Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Bowling Green, KY

Hi, thanks for considering me as your therapist. I knew for quite a while that I wanted a career which gave me the opportunity to help others. I’ve provided many services in a variety of settings, including:

• Group therapy for children with behavioral issues
• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)- informed Intensive Outpatient (IOP) for teens with dual diagnosis (mental health and substance use disorders)- both in-person and telehealth
• Individual therapy in a school setting and supporting guardians/ care givers of clients
• Individual therapy with adults

Education and Professional Affiliations

• Bachelor of Science in Social Studies Education, Ohio University, 2009
• Master of Science in Social Administration, Case Western Reserve University, 2018
• Licensed Independent Social Worker in Ohio since 2020 (renewed every two years)
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky since 2025 (renewed every 3 years)
• Member of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW)

You may be feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you, especially if you’ve experienced trauma, toxic relationships, or emotional pain that keeps resurfacing. It can feel overwhelming trying to move forward while still carrying the weight of the past. You don’t have to do this alone. I provide a supportive space where you can begin to understand your story, break free from old patterns, and move toward a more peaceful, meaningful, and purpose-driven life.

I am a License Clinical Social Worker. I reviewed my bachelor and masters degrees from the University of Kentucky in clinical social work. I have worked with a variety of populations to include children to adults later in life. I have experience working with families, individuals, and couples.

Hi, I’m a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel stiff, awkward, or like you’re sitting in a room being judged by someone holding a clipboard.

My style is warm, down-to-earth, and often sprinkled with humor—because sometimes we need to laugh so we don’t fall apart, and sometimes we just need to laugh while we’re putting ourselves back together.

I specialize in working with people who don’t fit neatly into one diagnostic box—folks with dual diagnoses, complex histories, depression that doesn’t budge easily, and the “I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help” crowd. If you’ve been called “a lot,” “too much,” or “hard to treat,” you’re exactly my kind of person.

What therapy with me feels like:

Safe, supportive, and human—not clinical and cold

A place where you can be messy, honest, sarcastic, or quiet

Collaborative, with plenty of gentle challenge when you need it

Rooted in evidence-based strategies, but delivered in a way that feels real and doable

Kayla, a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health, recognized the profound disparities in access to mental health care within BIPOC communities. Inspired by a vision of creating a space where healing is both inclusive and affordable, she founded Helen’s Project with the belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of their background or financial situation.​​Helen’s Project operates on the principle that culturally competent and empathetic mental health care is essential for holistic well-being. The organization collaborates with a diverse team of mental health professionals who not only possess clinical expertise but also understand the unique cultural nuances and challenges faced by the BIPOC community.