Licensed to practice in Kentucky and accepts 10 insurances. Specializes in Spirituality, Life Transitions, Self Esteem and 8 more.
Norma Thomas
(she/her)
New to Grow
About me
If you are going through difficult times that are causing you distress, I could help you. The goal of each session is for you to gain a new perspective on your personal challenges, recognize the resources available within yourself and your environment, redefine the meaning of your life, and live it to the fullest. I am a bilingual psychotherapist and psychological assessor authorized to practice counseling and psychology in the state of Kentucky. I serve the community as a mental health specialist with more than 10 years of experience in various approaches: I offer psychotherapy and psychological assessments in English and Spanish for adolescents and adults. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Si estás pasando por momentos difíciles que te causan angustia, puedo ayudarte. El objetivo de cada sesión es que adquieras una nueva perspectiva sobre tus desafíos personales, reconozcas los recursos disponibles en ti misme y en tu entorno, redefinas el significado de tu vida, y vivas a plenitud. Soy psicoterapeuta y evaluadora psicológica bilingüe, autorizada para ejercer la psicología y consejería en el estado de Kentucky. Presto servicios a la comunidad como especialista de la salud mental con más de 10 años de experiencia en diversos enfoques: ofrezco psicoterapia y evaluaciones psicológicas en inglés y español para adolescentes y adultos. Espero servirte
Get to know me
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session, we will meet in a welcoming environment where you are free to express yourself without judgment in the language that feels most natural to you, knowing you will be heard and understood. We will work during this first session to co-create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals. After each session, my hope is that you will have felt heard, understood, valued, and encouraged to make positive changes in your life. This space will remain dedicated to your healing and growth. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- En nuestra primera sesión, nos reunimos en un ambiente acogedor donde te sentirás libre de expresarte sin enjuiciamiento, en el idioma que te resulte más natural, con la certeza de que serás escuchade y comprendide. Durante esta primera sesión, trabajaremos para crear juntes un plan de tratamiento personalizado, adaptado a tus necesidades y metas específicas. Después de cada sesión, espero que te hayas sentido escuchade, comprendide, valorade, y motivade para hacer cambios positivos en tu vida. Este espacio permanecerá dedicado a tu sanación y crecimiento.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
You can expect to benefit from a warm, non-judgmental environment where intersectional identities are validated, empowering you to uncover your inherent power and create meaningful, lasting change in your life -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Podrás disfrutar de un ambiente cálido y libre de juicios, en el que se reconocen las identidades interseccionales, lo que te permitirá descubrir tu poder inherente y generar un cambio significativo y duradero en tu vida
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
There is no single "ideal client" at my practice as human experiences and healing pathways are inherently diverse. Instead, I welcome individuals from all walks of life who are seeking a compassionate, safe, and collaborative space to heal and grow. This includes bilingual (English/Spanish) individuals seeking culturally responsive care; members of the BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities looking for an affirming, intersectional environment; and those navigating the complex intersection of mental health challenges and other forms of identity. Whether you are a young adult processing a major life transition, an individual seeking structured, evidence-based recovery from trauma and PTSD, or someone attempting to process thoughts and feelings about different aspects of their lives, you will find a tailored approach here. My practice meets you exactly where you are, honoring your unique background, pace, and goals to co-create a path forward.
Specialties
Top specialties
Life Transitions
Self Esteem
Spirituality
Other specialties
ADHD
Anxiety
Career Counseling
Coping Skills
Depression
Grief
Mood Disorders
Racism
Identifies as
Woman
Serves ages
Adults (18 to 64)
Elders (65 and above)
Licensed in
Kentucky
Accepts
Arlo
Cash - $100 per session
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
Evernorth
GTEB
Tufts Health/Cigna
Location
Offers in-person in 1939 Goldsmith Ln, Louisville, KY 40218, Suite 260
Virtual
My treatment methods
Adlerian
Adlerian principles are integrated into my practice, utilized in therapy in the following ways: • A holistic and goal-oriented focus: the focus of therapy is in understanding the your self-selected goals and the "driving force" behind your desire for change, helping you to align your daily actions with your future aspirations • Emphasis on social interest and community: therapy with emphasis on the human need for belonging and connection • Overcoming feelings of inferiority and building encouragement: within a warm, non-judgmental environment, I serve as a supportive partner, using encouragement to help you to recognize your inherent strengths, reclaim agency, and navigate difficult life transitions
Positive Psychology
In practice, Positive Psychology in our sessions is helpful for: • Strengths-based assessment and empowerment • Fostering hope and future-oriented goals to enable you to not only reduce distress, but also actively building a fulfilling life, cultivating positive emotions, and establishing a sense of purpose • Mindfulness and Self-Compassion: to develop self-compassion, reduce self-criticism, and foster a more constructive, optimistic relationship with yourself in navigating difficult life transitions • Cultivating resilience in our communities: validating systemic challenges while simultaneously reinforcing cultural pride, community connection, and personal agency to thrive despite societal stressors
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a treatment method useful in my practice for: • Identifying and Challenging Maladaptive Thought Patterns • Developing Practical Coping Strategies • Integration with Mindfulness and Trauma Care • Empowerment Through Actionable Goals