Children Therapists in Kentucky

For children, a therapist who specializes in child-centered care and understands the unique needs of young minds can be instrumental in helping them and their parents/caregivers navigate emotions and challenges. With 20 child therapists in Kentucky, families can access expert support tailored to developmental needs, whether addressing behavioral concerns, trauma, or social skills. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist listed below is open to new clients and has availability in the coming weeks, providing a safe, nurturing environment where children can express themselves and grow.

Availability updated: 7/2/2025

Madison Steffey

Madison Steffey, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I am a licensed clinical social worker. I graduated in May 2020 with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Kentucky and have been practicing for 5 years. I am certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy through PCIT International. I help caregivers and their children improve their bond and decrease behavior issues through Parent ChIld Interaction Therapy.

Carla Fletcher

Carla Fletcher, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$60/session
LCSW
10 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing child and family therapy in Kentucky for 15 years. I work with kids and families to process difficult experiences and improve the way they cope with new stressors. I also assist parents who are looking for support in being the best parent they can be. It's my joy to partner with you and help you explore and clarify your goals, process difficult situations, identify and practice new skills, and leave therapy feeling confident.

Sarah Lowe

Sarah Lowe, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$90/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky. I received my Masters from Northern Kentucky University and have been practicing for 5 years. I have a heart to help others manage some of life's most difficult circumstance and stressors by empowering them to gain self-awareness and obtain coping skills. I have worked with a variety of clients from childhood to late adulthood. I look forward to working with you!

Dr. Dave Smith Ed,D

Dr. Dave Smith Ed,D, LMFT - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$50/session
LMFT
13 years of experience
Virtual
Hi there, I am Dr. Smith. Do you need a therapist who encourages, motivates and instills hope that empowers you to take control of your struggles so you can live out the best version of yourself? Life, Love and relationships often come with unique challenges that can make us feel like we are being pulled in many directions. These challenges are combined with work and financial stress that can often leave us exhausted and dissatisfied with life. I help individuals, couples and families identify stressors so that together we can begin the healing process and improve your quality of life and relationships. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse or relationship issues I am here to help. I use an approach centered around compassion, empathy, and the belief that all of us have worth and dignity. The evidence-based techniques used will give you hope while working toward the change that led you to therapy.

Heather Thornberry

Heather Thornberry, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$50/session
LPCC
10 years of experience
Virtual
I have been working in this field for about 10 years, I have worked with children to elderly individuals. I have worked in hospital settings and worked crisis situations. I am direct therapist and I will not put more into therapy than my clients put into their own therapy. I have the knowledge, tools and want to help but it is up to the individual to implement what they learn in order to be successful at therapy.

Danielle Mattingly

Danielle Mattingly, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
10 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
132 W Dixie Ave...
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social working serving both Kentucky and Tennessee. I received my Masters from the University of Southern California and have been practicing for 10 years. My therapy approach is dedicated to empowering individuals of all ages who are navigating significant shifts in mood and self-esteem. My goal is to help you explore underlying challenges, transforming them into opportunities to become a stronger and more resilient person.

Brandy Mains

(she/her)

Brandy Mains, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
11 years of experience
Virtual
Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based out of Kentucky. I received my Masters from the University of Kentucky and have practiced therapy for 11 years. I help individuals of all ages who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, and past trauma so they can overcome any difficulties they may have and become the best versions of themselves. I utilize EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and mindfulness practices to assist with helping others.

Shannon Woods

Shannon Woods, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$90/session
LCSW
20 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky. I earned my Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 2025 and have over 20 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about working with individuals from diverse backgrounds, especially those facing various challenges in their lives, including mental health issues, trauma, and socio-economic barriers.

Robert Price

(he/him)

Robert Price, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$85/session
LPCC
31 years of experience
Virtual
I have approximately 30 years of experience in virtually all clinical settings. I began my career working in a juvenile penitentiary (referred to as a 'youth development center) and after almost 6 years, left that setting and moved on to new opportunities. Along the way, I worked with group homes, foster homes, substance abuse treatment programs, and even provided treatment in a sexual offender treatment program. In 2004 I went solely into private practice and currently operate two offices. I also provided on-site services to businesses that suffer a death or other disruptive event; I have provided over 170 of these services in four states during the last several years. While you don't need any faith to see me, I also offer Christian Counseling. Finally, I am a US Army veteran and understand the challenges and needs of veterans. I operate under a practical approach that seeks to build on a person's strengths to achieve realistic, measurable goals. I utilize primarily cognitive behavioral therapy and reality therapy to help my clients achieve their goals and to live life more fully.

Amy Hall

(she/they)

Amy Hall, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
I have been a child, adult, and family therapist who has worked with hundreds of clients to address the barriers that negatively impact their lives. I take a collaborative approach that meets my clients where they are to work together to identify what they would like to get out of therapy and the best path to meet those goals. I provide my clients with a variety of tools and skills that they can use between sessions to help them manage their lives and address challenges they face.

LaToya Brown-Diallo

(she/her)

LaToya Brown-Diallo, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
8 years of experience
Virtual
Greetings, I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I earned my first master’s degree in religious studies (MAR) from Yale University and then went on to earn my master’s in social work (MSW) from The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC. My philosophy as a clinician is that each client is the expert in their own lives. As your clinician I am here to journey through this chapter of life alongside of you.

Amanda Nelson

(she/her)

Amanda Nelson, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$90/session
LCSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Louisville, Kentucky. I received my Master's Degree from the University of Louisville. I have 6 years of experience treating children, adults, and families with various difficulties and situations. I am passionate about helping individuals and families resolve conflict in their lives, make positive changes, and become the best version of themselves!

Ashlee Mayberry-Marshall

(she/her)

Ashlee Mayberry-Marshall, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$125/session
LPCC
9 years of experience
Virtual
I have a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Clark Atlanta University and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Georgia State University. I have 6 years of working experience as a licensed counselor and currently independently licensed in the state of Kentucky. My mission is to help instill a sense of hope and allow the opportunity to open your eyes to a new perspective on life less desirable and unfortunate circumstances by assisting you in creating a positive view of the self and empower ones confidence in their own ability to be resilient in overcoming adversity through focusing on one personal strengths.

Marie Simpson

(she/her)

Marie Simpson, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$120/session
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
I am an LCSW with more than 25 years of experience working with individuals and families to to help them live their best lives. I offer a welcoming and safe space to address your concerns and find soultions to your problems. We will begin working on a plan to address the issue that brings you to therapy in our first session. You will leave our first session feeling heard and understood and supported.

Regina Hancock

Regina Hancock, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPCC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Regina Hancock, M.ED., LPCC-S I’m an experienced Counselor who can help shape your perspective into a healthy and productive one. Whether it’s your relationships, or anything else that’s important to you, I’ll help you develop the habits and skills to effectively deal with the challenges and emotional moments you may encounter in life. I have been a therapist since 2016 and I obtained my LPCC in 2019. I have since obtained my LPCC-S. I am very excited to be able to help others and assist them in becoming a better version of themselves. I am a Lindsey Wilson College graduate; I first attended LWC in 2002-2007 I obtained an Associates of Arts degree in Early Childhood and Development and a Bachelors of Arts in Christian Ministries. I went back to LWC in 2014-2015 and obtained a Masters of Education in Human services and counseling. I am currently pursuing a PHD in Counselor Education and Supervision from The University of the Cumberlands.

Mona Cattan

Mona Cattan, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$175/session
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I’m Mona. I specialize in helping people overcome the emotional pain of trauma and addictions, including anxiety and depression. With a Master’s in clinical social work and over 25 years as a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky, I guide you in understanding how trauma affects your relationships, career, health, and overall quality of life. I help people break free from the pain of the past without reliving it. With a unique blend of counseling and coaching, I will guide you to release emotional baggage and reclaim your life. Every person's journey is unique, so I offer tailored services to meet your needs. Whatever you're facing, I'm here to help you move forward. I create a safe/respectful space to help clients identify & break through the barriers that hold them back. I explore limiting beliefs rooted in past traumas, especially from childhood, and transform them into empowering truths. By building healthy coping skills, boundaries, & self-care, clients quickly experience improved self-esteem, better relationships.

Lorena Ginn

Lorena Ginn, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPCC
7 years of experience
Virtual
In-person
1675 KY-8, Vanc...
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor LPCC based in KY. I received my master's at Lindsey Wilson College of Professional Counseling. I have been in practice for 6 years. Life can be hard at times. We have challenges and experiences that seem impossible to deal with or get through. I want to help you navigate and make it through these difficult times. It is truly rewarding to see my clients grow and learn to love themselves. I am very passionate about what I do and one of my best qualities as a therapist is providing encouragement and listening because having a strong therapeutic relationship is vital for healing to even begin.

Ashley Paxton-Watts

Ashley Paxton-Watts, LCSW - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LCSW
22 years of experience
Virtual
Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky, Georgia, and Florida. I have been practicing in behavioral health for 22 years and I have a diverse background to help with your current struggles and condition. I provide individual therapy, family therapy, and couples counseling. I help Patients with newly diagnosed conditions and ways to cope with ongoing health problems and life challenges. My specialty is Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I also use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EFT, family systems modalities, the Gottman Method, Solution Focused Therapy, Reality Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, TF-CBT, NLP and Life Coaching, Psychoeducation, and Motivational Interviewing. I provide EAP counseling and help with workplace concerns and employment/employer issues. I help Patients reach effective solutions to their varied challenges and needs. I believe that each individual can overcome struggles and learn ways to self-heal. I have worked with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of issues including PTSD, trauma, personality disorders, serious mental illness (SMI), sleep difficulties, anxiety, stress, career difficulties and workplace concerns, suicidality, self-injury, abuse and neglect, anger, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, ADHD, aggression, impulsivity, parenting stress, interpersonal problems, and adjustment issues and transitions. I help with family conflicts, marital problems, relationship struggles, and couples in varying stages of their relationship from pre-marital counseling, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting, blended family issues, and family court-related issues. I help empower Patients and guide them to self-discovery, expand and develop healthy coping strategies, problem-solve, and learn skills to help themselves to handle life challenges. My commitment is to help you grow and make changes that are important to you to move forward in life and cope more effectively. It takes courage to ask for help and I am here to support you.

Michael Holmes

Michael Holmes, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPCC
1 year of experience
Virtual
My name is Michael Holmes, Jr. and I serve as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have 5 years of experience overall in the Mental Health Field and 3 years of experience as a Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in the areas of grief, anxiety, interpersonal effectiveness, depression, trauma, mindfulness and anger. I utilize therapy approaches such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) where I'm certified, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Tara Miracle

(she/her)

Tara Miracle, LPCC - Kentucky Therapist at Grow Therapy
$100/session
LPCC
12 years of experience
Virtual
Hey there! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC-S), born and raised in Kentucky! I received my Masters in 2015. For the last 12+ years, I have had the opportunity to work primarily with children and adolescents, but also have experience working with young adults and sexual assault victims. My expertise helps clients manage symptoms of ADHD, ODD, depression, anxiety, social anxiety, PTSD, and other mood disorders. I am open-minded, authentic, and genuine. I'm a "big kid" at heart and truly enjoy helping others to reach their goals. I always strive to provide a comfortable, safe, and judgement free space. Feel free to bring some humor, laughter is always welcome :)

Learn more about our therapists in Kentucky

Average cost per session:

$35

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Average years in practice:

12

Top conditions treated:

  • 84% Anxiety
  • 72% Depression
  • 53% Trauma and PTSD
  • 52% Coping Skills

Top 3 insurances accepted:

  • Cigna
  • United Medical Resources
  • Oscar

Providers see clients:

  • 84% online only
  • 16% in-person and online

Providers are:

  • 76% Female
  • 19% Male
  • 1% Other

Frequently asked questions

Why filter by Kentucky rather than a city like Louisville?

When looking for online therapy, you can see anyone that is credentialed in the state. We want you to find the best fit, therefore, Grow Therapy shows available therapists across Kentucky from Bowling Green to Lexington! If you’d rather see someone in-person, you can change the filter from virtual and find a therapist near you in Kentucky.

Will my therapist take insurance?

When booking you’ll be asked to verify with your Member ID. However, if you don’t have any of the insurances available you can select cash. Our therapists will have their cost of appointment on their profile. Individual session costs will vary.

How does the Specialty Filter work? Can I find a therapist that focuses on a specific issue?

The specialty filter is optional. You don’t need to check any boxes to see a provider. However, fit is very important when selecting an online therapist. If you have knowledge or experience to recognize what specialties you may need.

What are the "Clients say I'm" badges?

Grow Therapy asks patients about their experience with therapists after they have had a certain number of sessions. After enough responses, we add those characteristics to their profiles to help you find the best online therapists for you. We're still working on collecting this information from all our therapists.

Why use Gender, Age, and Identities filters?

Finding a provider with a similar life experience can be beneficial because it can be easier to establish rapport and potentially be understood quicker and clearer.

What to expect during your first session?

Your first therapy session is for you and your therapist to meet each other and to ask any questions that you have about the counseling process. This is where you can expect your therapist to do the same as they will ask questions to gain insight into your specific situation. In this first session the therapist is doing their part to gather as much information so they can better assess if they are able to meet your therapeutic needs.

Depending upon your provider's specialty, you may also discuss the methods the therapist will use. For additional information on therapy methods, please visit the Grow Therapy Help Center. Some people feel nervous before their first appointment, and that is totally normal! Coming prepared with a list of questions for your therapist may help. Remember, you're taking a brave step by seeking therapy, and it is okay to be nervous as you try something new.