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Trauma and PTSD therapists & psychiatrists in Kentucky

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Top trauma and PTSD therapists and psychiatrists in Kentucky

Healing from trauma takes time and the right support. Headway connects Kentucky residents with 489 licensed providers trained in evidence-based trauma therapies like EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, and Prolonged Exposure. Access virtual or in-person sessions with providers experienced in trauma recovery, nightmares, intrusive memories, and PTSD symptoms.

Jessica Cowick

Jessica Cowick

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I am an Army Veteran as well as current spouse, so I also can relate to the military lifestyle. All are welcome as my clients! Many people come to therapy with many years of experience in therapy or maybe for the first time. As a client of mine, you can ensure you will find a safe space, free from judgment.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carla Fletcher

Carla Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I approach therapy by looking for your strengths, and focusing on solutions, rather than getting stuck on problems.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer DeVore

Jennifer DeVore

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I'm a neurodiversity-affirming therapist who is also trauma-informed. This means I work with neurodivergent clients by honoring their unique nervous system without stigmatizing how they've failed to live up to society's expectations of what's...”
Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammany Barrett

Tammany Barrett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel supported, empowered, and equipped with tools they can use in everyday life.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Allie Gordon

Allie Gordon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“My diverse background in nursing provided a great foundation for psychiatry as I realized how untreated mental health concerns greatly affected patients outcomes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Judith Flore Kelly

Judith Flore Kelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach combines empathy, collaboration, and practical strategies to help you gain clarity, stability, and confidence in your mental wellness journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Caroline Perino

Caroline Perino

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I like using humor and honesty to connect with my clients and create an environment that feels safe to dive deep into the things that have been troubling you.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Kelli Christian

Kelli Christian

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is highly collaborative and detail-oriented... to create an empowering, non-judgmental space.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Aronson

Alexander Aronson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have experience engaging in deep and sustained work with people who find themselves troubled by depression, anxiety, patterns of self-sabotage, and interpersonal and romantic frustration.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cheryl Gore

Cheryl Gore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“Over the past 30 years I have held several positions in the field of Behavioral Health providing care in various settings...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Kennedy

Elizabeth Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I spend the first session trying to get to know the individual I am working with as much as possible.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Oddette Parker-Chieco

Oddette Parker-Chieco

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Welcome! I am a compassionate practitioner dedicated to offering guidance and practical skills to individuals seeking to navigate life's stressors. Here are a few key points about me and my approach:

  • My Experience and Expertise: I possess a wide knowledge base and have worked in various settings and with diverse populations. Whether you're an adult of any age or a teen, I am equipped to understand and address your unique needs.
  • I have a passion for Learning: I have a deep passion for learning and continuously honing my craft. This commitment ensures that I stay updated with the latest therapeutic techniques and approaches to provide the best possible support for you.
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellet Durbin

Ellet Durbin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“I am a transgender and neurodivergent clinician, and I feel especially comfortable working with similar populations.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cindy Penrod

Cindy Penrod

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“With a gentle, client-centered approach, I specialize in supporting people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and the lasting effects of trauma.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kaitlyn Brooks

Kaitlyn Brooks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Florence, KY


Navigating life alone can be tough, Are you searching for a therapist who still believes in the miracle working power of Jesus? Is the weight of life too much to handle on your own? Are you an adult who struggles with anxiety, depression or trauma? Lets work together to help you overcome these struggles!

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My professional journey and lived experiences shape how I show up in the therapy space—with empathy, cultural awareness, and a deep respect for each client's story.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Virgil Hayes

Virgil Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“You can expect to leave sessions with tools that help you create new patterns of thinking, doing and feeling.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kelley Willig

Kelley Willig

Therapist

Virtual • Hopkinsville, KY


“I work full time for the USArmy with active duty soldiers and part time evenings in private practice.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Katie Bateman

Katie Bateman

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a mother who has experienced real world struggles and see it as my job to walk alongside my clients to facilitate true and holistic healing.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Susan Engler

Susan Engler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I provide a warm and accepting judgement free zone where clients can identify their own goals and I can support them in their journey.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Rodney Helton

Rodney Helton

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is grounded in creating an open, affirming, and emotionally safe environment where you can share your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Amy Beddow

Amy Beddow

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and deeply supportive. I focus on creating a safe, comfortable space where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered to grow at your own pace.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Angela Hogan

Angela Hogan

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, direct, and individualized, with a focus on helping clients better understand themselves while building practical tools for long-term healing and growth.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Leta Whited

Leta Whited

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Franklin, KY


“I believe strongly in educating clients about their medications and involving them in the decision-making process — because when people understand their options and feel like partners in their care, outcomes improve.”
PTSD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda McIlvoy

Amanda McIlvoy

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hey! I'm Amanda, and I'm so glad you're here! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Kentucky. I have a passion for working with adults who have a desire to work through past trauma experiences. I am an EMDR-certified clinician and EMDR Consultant in Training and have several other trauma modalities that I pull from. I have experience working in community mental health and psychiatric acute, residential care hospitals, and private practice. Another passion of mine is traveling around the world.

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Zana Ratliff

Zana Ratliff

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma—whether from early childhood, relationships, systemic oppression, or other life-altering events.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie D'Anniballe

Julie D'Anniballe

Therapist

Virtual • Nicholasville, KY


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in creating a safe space where you can feel heard and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michael Sturgill

Michael Sturgill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“Committed to creating a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, I believe in partnering with patients to develop individualized treatment plans...”
PTSD, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Smith

Amanda Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hi, I'm Amanda (she/her/hers) I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky, Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Indiana, an Integrative Mental Health Practitioner, and Trained in EMDR. In 2018 I graduated with a Master's of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University.

I have worked with children, adolescents, and families in a variety of settings including: in-home, in-school programs, community mental health, psychiatric inpatient care, group private practice, and therapeutic foster care.

I offer individual and family therapy. I work with clients ages 5 to 65. Tele-health options are available for clients ages 16 +.

PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Thaddeus Byrd

Thaddeus Byrd

Therapist

Virtual • Lexington, KY


“I provide children, adolescents, and young adults a safe and unbiased environment as they go through the process of better developing a healthier sense of self.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mark Salyers

Mark Salyers

Therapist

Virtual • Grayson, KY


“I went through a debilitating anxiety disorder in my mid-twenties. I know first-hand the helplessness and desperation mental and emotional pain causes.”
PTSD, Trauma, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Valerie Martin

Valerie Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hello! I am so glad you are here! Are you feeling stressed? Overwhelmed? Anxious? Depressed? I can help! I want to help you feel in control of your own emotional health and current life circumstances. I believe in meeting clients wherever they are in this moment without judgement. I will use person-centered approaches so that you will feel understood and accepted exactly where you are today! I want to help you feel empowered to find balance in your life so you can overcome any challenges you may face and ultimately find the joy and happiness you desire! This is a safe place for you to openly discuss anything you maybe facing at this moment, we will work together to support your desired goals! We are a team! My goal is to build hope and resilience through using a variety of approaches and methods to help you decrease symptoms and increase wellness. Our mental and physical health directly affect one another therefore I will incorporate holistic and mindfulness methods into our work together to help you find a source of strength and balance. You are stronger than you know! You have the capacity to find joy, balance, and happiness! Let’s find it together!

PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Courtney Dix

Courtney Dix

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe you are the expert of your own life, and I am here to support you as you work towards your goals.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Levin Manabat

Levin Manabat

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, integrating trauma-informed care with therapies tailored to your unique goals and experiences.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Linda Smiley

Linda Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Great to meet you! My name is Linda Smiley, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I enjoy being a therapist because everyone deserves to be validated, listened to, and given the opportunity to live their best life. I am born and raised in Kentucky, and have also lived in a couple of other states — experiences that have shaped how I practice. Working with individuals from other cultures has given me a multicultural lens, and that perspective is part of every session I offer.

PTSD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Russell

Linda Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I'm a therapist who believes that healing happens when people feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sungjin Im

Dr. Sungjin Im

Psychologist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I primarily use ACT, CBT, and DBT to provide structured, supportive treatment that includes practical tools and reflective dialogue.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LaToya Locke

LaToya Locke

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My style is collaborative and strengths-based, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Lockhart-Kidd

Holly Lockhart-Kidd

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe that my clients are the experts on their lives and situations, I am just here to assist them in understanding and managing themselves.”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
PTSD, Trauma, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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