Golden Rule Therapists in Kentucky
Finding a therapist who accepts Golden Rule insurance can make mental health care more affordable and accessible. With 82 verified therapists in Kentucky who accept Golden Rule insurance, you can filter by therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and motivational interviewing to address concerns like anxiety, mood disorders, or personal growth. Each Grow Therapy-verified therapist is currently welcoming new clients and has availability within the next 30 days, ensuring timely access to quality support that aligns with your Golden Rule insurance coverage.
Availability updated: 7/1/2025
Madison Steffey
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.
Sydnee Franklin
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I'm Sydnee!
Are you looking to find ways to make life a little easier or learn more about yourself?
I work with young adults and adults to help them grow in areas they struggle the most. I enjoy building relationships with my clients and walking with you through life. I have experience working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, and those in the LGBTQ+ community. In our sessions, I'll always welcome you with kindness, empathy, and a listening ear.
Everyone deserves to have a safe place to explore who they are, heal, and become their best self. Let's see if we can do that together!
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Jessica Gibo
(she/her)
LMFT
5 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, in Kentucky. I have over 13 years of experience in healthcare and mental health. I work with individuals, families, and couples across the life span. I typically see clients ages 14 and above. I have had success with short term (3-5 sessions) and long term (weekly or bi-weekly) therapy sessions. I provide couples counseling services as a Prepare and Enrich provider, and a Gottman-informed therapist. I also offer Premarital Counseling services. I offer assessments and will work with you to advocate for your individual needs with your medical providers, workplace or school.
Nikki Layne
(she/her)
Frequently rebooked
LPCC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Hey y’all, are you ready to break free from stress, anxiety, hopelessness, or self-doubt and create a life aligned with your true potential?
I’m Nikki Layne, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) with over 9 years of experience guiding individuals through life’s toughest challenges. I was born and raised in a rural town in Eastern Kentucky. I know how isolating it can feel to be unsure of who to turn to or how to move forward. That’s why I’m committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where you can truly be yourself, explore your feelings, and discover your strengths. My personal experiences inspired me to open my private practice, Counseling in the Holler, LLC; having navigated challenges myself, I wanted to create a space where others could find support, healing, and understanding in a compassionate, inclusive environment.
So whether you’re facing anxiety, depression, self-identity struggles, addiction, or LGBTQI+ issues, I’m here to help you break free from what’s holding you back and create the life you deserve.
Lindsey McAllister
(she/her)
LCSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
I help individuals navigate life’s challenges, heal from past experiences, and create meaningful change and empowerment. I specialize in working with addictions, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions, using a blend of evidence-based and humanistic approaches. My goal is to create a supportive, collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, build resilience, and move toward the life you want to live.
Donnah Clark-Miller
LPCC
15 years of experience
Virtual
Hi there!
I am glad you are here! I'm Donnah. A little information about me.
I have diverse experience working in community mental health, and I particularly enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and their families. I strive to be the type of helper and ally that I would have benefited from as a teen. Transitioning to adulthood can be challenging, and I am passionate about supporting this population. Whether it's dealing with school challenges, choosing a career, facing emerging mental health issues, or navigating parental or relational difficulties, I am eager to help.I have a wide range of experience in community mental health and find great satisfaction in supporting adolescents, young adults, and their families. My goal is to provide the kind of support and understanding I would have valued as a teenager. Recognizing the difficulties of transitioning to adulthood, I am dedicated to helping this age group navigate challenges such as school pressures, career decisions, emerging mental health concerns, emotional regulation problems, and family or relationship issues.
Shannon Woods
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.
Helena Lear
(she/her)
LCSW
9 years of experience
Virtual
Hi, I'm Helena (Hell-in-uh)!
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with almost 10 years of experience! I like to emphasize that at the heart of my practice, I am a Social Worker and I approach my work from that perspective. I acknowledge that there are barriers we all experience to living our best lives and that certain people experience more and worse barriers because of who they are. My work is most rewarding when I get to help folks level the playing field by accessing the support, validation and compassion they need.
Sarah Lowe
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!
Leo Bowman
(he/they)
LCSW
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hi I'm Leo I'm a non binary transgender man. I have my master’s degree in social work from the University of Louisville and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social worker in Indiana and Kentucky. My professional background has been working with the University of Louisville as a therapist at the Trager Institute Optimal Aging Clinic. While working at University of Louisville Trager Institute, I gained experience in treatment areas such as conversion disorders/PNES, PTSD/Trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, transgender issues, gender dysphoria and LGBTQ+ issues.
Ellie Bates
(she/they)
LPCC
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hi there, I'm a therapist who is part of the LGBTQ+ community. I strive to make the work I do a safe and caring space for my clients. I have work the past 5 years in private practice/addiction facilities. I am a License Professional Clinical Counselor and I have worked with individuals struggling with symptoms of ADHD, Autism, depression, anxiety, Disassociative Identiy Disorder, PTSD, and identity concerns.
Ericka Morrison
(she/her)
LPCC
3 years of experience
Virtual
My name is Ericka Morrison. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (L.P.C.C.) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (L.C.A.D.C.). I hold a Master's degree in Mental Health Counseling from Western Kentucky University (WKU). Over the past twenty years, I have worked in various roles within the mental health field. In my counseling practice, I have supported both adults and teenagers facing a wide range of mental health challenges. I provide a safe and supportive environment where my clients feel respected and heard.
Joan Lawhorn
LCSW
25 years of experience
Virtual
Hello there. My name is Joan I have been a social worker for over 25 years. Like you, I have had my own set of challenges and believe the key to overcoming life's obstacles is learning to plan and cope. We can't control all the pain that will come our way, but we can control how we react to it. Of course, this is sometimes easier said than done and we need help. I would be honored to assist you in your journey towards a happier healthier you.
Brandy Mains
(she/her)
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.
Abigail Ford
LMFT
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hello there brave one! I am passionate about helping you live your best life, and I believe that having a healthy support system (whether that be through marriage, family, or friendships) is key to our success. Founder of Emotion Focused Therapy, Dr. Sue Johnson, puts it well saying, "Being the best you can be is really only possible when you are deeply connected to another."
I utilize relationship-driven therapies and focus on helping you get in touch with your emotions, core desires, personal and interpersonal needs. I specialize in seeing individual adults and couples for pre-marital or post-marital therapy.
My hope is that you can learn in life not just how to survive, but to thrive! I most often use emotionally focused therapy (EFT), solution-focused therapy (SFT), and mindfulness techniques to help you find that fulfillment, connection, and sense of purpose we are all born desiring.
Candice Jackson
(she/her)
LCSW
16 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience providing care to a wide range of clients, but my focus has been working with people finding their way through grief and loss. While grief is a universally human experience, most of us don't talk or share much about it, much less how to live through it. No one is meant to grieve alone, and it is my privilege to join others on this path.
Kayla Alvey
(she/her)
LCSW
6 years of experience
Virtual
Feeling stuck, stressed, or overwhelmed? You’re not alone, and I’m here to help. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over six years of experience, I specialize in working with young adults and teens to tackle life’s challenges head-on. Together, we’ll create a space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood—free from judgment. I use proven approaches like EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and CT-R, along with other tools that fit your unique needs. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, past experiences that feel hard to shake, trouble with relationships, or figuring out who you are and want to be, I’m here to guide you at your own pace. My focus is always on helping you feel empowered to take control of your story. You don’t have to face this alone. Therapy can be a place to work through tough emotions, build confidence, and discover new ways to handle whatever life throws your way. Together, we’ll work on building the tools you need not just to get by—but to thrive. Your voice matters, and I’m here to make sure it’s heard
Danielle Mattingly
LCSW
10 years of experience
Virtual
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.
Ayse Darnell
(she/her)
LPCC
10 years of experience
Virtual
Do you always seem to be struggling on the fringes or even have intense trauma, anxiety, or depression? Are you from a minority population, or a marginalized group? You deserve to have a space of healing and complete acceptance to further explore, grow, and understand yourself. It is my goal as a provider to work on what YOU want to work on during your journey of growth and healing. You are your own expert, I'm just here to keep us on the path.
I am a Half-Turkish LPCC-S who specializes in EMDR, cultural diversity, anxiety, depression, LGBTQIA+ concerns, alternative lifestyles, and neurodivergent populations. I am intensely passionate about meeting clients where they are and working on goals collaboratively with clients and any supports in their lives with whatever method that works the best for them.
Starting therapy no matter how many times you may have tried before, can be frightening but I am here to help make this process go smoothly! Let us work together and see where your life can go, and how it can change!
Angie Olson
(she/her)
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
Hello. My name is Angie Olson and am a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW. I’m located in Louisville, Kentucky, and grew up in Southern California. I graduated with a bachelor's in social work from the University of Southern Indiana in 2008 and graduated with a master's in social work from Spalding University in 2012. I have eight years of experience providing individual and group therapy. Therapy is not just a job for me, it’s a passion.
Alena Carnes
(she/her)
LPCC
25 years of experience
Virtual
I’ve worked in the mental health field for over 20 years. I’ve been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor for 17 years. I received my Masters degree in Mental Health from Lindsey Wilson College in 2004. My primary specialty is working with adults struggling with life transitions. I also address anxiety, mood disorders that may result from life’s difficulties. I offer a warm, caring environment to work through symptoms and or stressors.
Vanessa Sewell
Frequently rebooked
LPCC
5 years of experience
Virtual
Hello! My name is Vanessa Sewell and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I received my Bachelor's Degrees in Psychology and History from Western Kentucky University and my Master's Degree in Counseling and Human Development from Lindsey Wilson College. I will begin the Lindsey Wilson College Ph.D. program in Counselor Education and Supervision in the fall of 2025.
I have spent time counseling individuals from ages 4-80 in community mental health, foster care, and inpatient behavioral health settings for the last 5+ years. I have worked in the mental health field for more than 15 years.
Angie Combs
LCSW
15 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) working in Kentucky. I graduated in 2009 with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Kentucky. In 2005, I graduated from Eastern Kentucky Univeristy with a Bachlors in Psychology. I have been providing therapy for 15 years. I help individuals that are experiencing life stressors, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, truama and biploar disorder.
Amy Kersten
(she/her)
LCSW
20 years of experience
Virtual
I’m currently living in Missouri with my wonderful husband, our lovable dog, and two very sassy cats. As a military spouse and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I’ve had the privilege of supporting individuals and families through life’s many challenges. I earned my bachelor’s degree in Social Work from the University of Alaska and went on to complete my Master of Social Work at the University of Maine. With over 20 years of experience as a therapist, I’m passionate about helping others find healing, growth, and resilience.
Krysten Munn
(she/her)
LCSW
7 years of experience
Virtual
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience supporting individuals facing a range of mental health concerns. My work has spanned diverse age groups, from young children as early as three years old to older adults in their 90s. I am especially passionate about helping those who have experienced trauma or grief, providing a compassionate and empowering space to navigate their healing journey. Together, we can work toward achieving your goals, and I look forward to starting this process with you.
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 Golden Rule?
Yes! If you use Golden Rule you’ll be asked to verify your Member ID at the time you book the appointment. However, if you don’t have Golden Rule 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 Trauma and PTSD?
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. For example, your selected specialty, Trauma and PTSD, is filtering therapists in Kentucky that work with patients with similar concerns.
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.
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.