Donnah Clark-Miller

Hello and welcome! I’m Donnah Clark-Miller, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky and Ohio, a clinical supervisor in Kentucky (LPCC-S), and a Certified Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CCMHC). After more than 13 years in community mental health, I opened Phoenix RISE KY LLC in 2025 to continue offering personalized, compassionate care through my virtual private practice.

I work with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, grief and loss, anxiety, mood concerns, relationship challenges, and life transitions. I also support clients with ADHD and autism. My background includes extensive experience in early psychosis care, including assessing and treating emerging serious mental illness in young adults.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and straightforward. I take time to understand your experiences, recognize your strengths, and learn what matters most to you. Together, we can work toward healing, develop practical skills, and make changes that support your everyday life.

My interest in mental health began with wanting to become a better parent and helper. That passion continues to guide my work and my pursuit of a PhD in Psychology. I believe learning is a lifelong journey, and I bring that curiosity and commitment to my practice.

You do not need to have everything figured out before beginning therapy. I offer a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can ask questions, speak openly, and move at a pace that respects your needs.

My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to you. I want to understand both what brings you to therapy and how your experiences, relationships, and circumstances shape your daily life. Together, we identify what you want to change and build on the strengths you already have.

I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) skills, and motivational interviewing. Depending on your needs, we may explore patterns in thoughts and behaviors, process difficult experiences, practice emotional regulation, or strengthen communication and boundaries. I explain the options so you can make informed choices about your care.

I balance space for reflection with practical tools you can use between sessions. Your feedback helps guide our work, and we adjust our approach as your needs and goals evolve. Whether you are working toward healing from trauma, navigating loss, or managing everyday challenges,

I offer attentive support and honest, respectful guidance at a pace that works for you.

Our first session is an opportunity to get acquainted and begin understanding what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask about your concerns, relevant history, strengths, and what you hope to gain from our work together. We’ll also review confidentiality and how therapy works, and you’ll have time to ask questions.

You do not need to know exactly what to say or share everything at once. I aim to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and can consider whether working with me feels like a good fit.

Together, we’ll identify initial priorities and discuss possible next steps. My hope is that you leave with a clearer understanding of how we can work together and a sense of support as you begin.