Therapists that accept Cash Pay in Kentucky

Hi! I'm Carolyn. I know I'm probably biased, but therapy is one of my favorite things! I'm so glad that you're here and I am excited for the opportunity to work together. I want to work with clients who are ready and willing to make changes in their lives. Don't get me wrong, change is difficult, but so is staying the same. You may not know exactly what needs to change but being willing to do something different is a step in the right direction! Working with me, you'd be working with a motivated therapist who takes a vested interest in your life and needs. I believe in coming alongside you in your healing journey. I am excited and ready to wrestle with life's unanswered questions with you and to help you change your life! Please reach out if you have questions or are curious about the therapy process. It is not lost on me how difficult it is to reach out when you need help and I am honored that you chose to reach out to me. Let's walk through this together!

Hi I’m Kayla, a licensed professional counselor in Louisville, KY. I have been practicing for over 11 years in a variety of settings including both in-patient and outpatient offices. I utilize many techniques including CBT, ACT, and DBT skills. I am trained in art therapy as well and am happy to bring those techniques to sessions when clients are open to this. I work with adolescence and adults and offer a LGBTQ+ friendly space.

Life is tough, and starting therapy is a big step- I'm glad you're here! I view therapy as a safe, nonjudgmental space where you learn more about yourself and what you want. As your therapist, I'll help you identify patterns in your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that may be holding you back. We'll work together on a plan that focuses on what matters most to you. My ultimate goal is to give my clients the tools they need to live their best lives and be the best version of themselves possible. It's natural to want to know about a potential therapist, so here's some info about me and my experience that will help you determine if we'd be a good fit: I have 15 years of clinical social work experience, much of it in hospital and crisis settings. I really enjoy learning and staying up to date with the latest advances in clinical practice, and I earned my doctorate in social work in 2023. I work best with those struggling with mood disorders, anxiety, and depression. I enjoy working with people to navigate life's many stressors, including employment and relationship issues. Additionally, I am an LBGTQ+ and neurodiverse-affirming therapist with extensive training and expertise in these areas. My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative—I aim to create a space where you feel truly heard and supported. I'll check in frequently to make sure you're getting what you need out of therapy. I like sessions to be structured enough that they feel productive, while allowing space to discuss the topics most important to you in the moment.

“In my early professional years I was asking the question: How can I treat, or cure, or change this person? Now I would phrase the question in this way: How can I provide a relationship which this person may use for their own personal growth?” ― Carl R. Rogers I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who provides compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for adolescents and adults. My practice focuses on helping clients navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, life transitions, and the impact of difficult or overwhelming experiences. I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative space where you can be understood without judgment while also developing practical tools to create meaningful change.

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! AI Statement: I do not use any AI in my therapy services, even if the platform itself encourages its use. As my client, you are not required to use these services.

I’m a warm, down-to-earth therapist with more than 25 years of experience helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, relationships, grief, career and life transitions, and those seasons when life simply doesn’t look the way you thought it would. My approach is compassionate, practical, solution-focused, and collaborative. I’ll listen carefully and create a space where you can be completely yourself—but I’ll also ask thoughtful questions, offer honest feedback, help you recognize patterns, and give you practical tools you can actually use outside of therapy. Life experience has shaped me just as much as education and professional training. I’ve been married to my HS sweetheart for more than four decades, raised three children, experienced loss and grief, navigated career changes, family challenges, parenting, marriage, aging, and the many unexpected chapters that come with building a life alongside the people you love. Those experiences have given me a deep appreciation for resilience, relationships, humor, and the fact that none of us gets through life without a few scars and stories! My work is especially meaningful with adults and couples navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, parenting, first responder or military life, grief, major transitions, and questions about identity or purpose. I enjoy working with people who may appear capable and successful on the outside while privately feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck, or exhausted from holding everything together. My therapy is holistic and individualized. Depending on what fits you, we may incorporate evidence-based approaches alongside mindfulness, humor, nature, animals, relationships, meaning and purpose, and faith or spirituality if that's valued. I believe therapy should help you understand where you’ve been without keeping you there. Together, we’ll focus on healing what hurts, strengthening what already works, and helping you intentionally build a life and relationships that feel authentic, meaningful, and with any luck a little lighter.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over four years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults through life’s challenges. I believe therapy is a collaborative process built on trust, understanding, and feeling truly heard. I enjoy creating a safe and welcoming space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences while working toward meaningful goals. My approach is warm, supportive, and personalized to each client’s unique needs. I have experience helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, grief and loss, anger management, emotional regulation, self-esteem, and major life transitions. Building genuine connections and understanding each person’s story is one of the most important parts of my work. Outside of therapy, I enjoy reading, traveling, and continuing to learn and grow both personally and professionally. I bring curiosity, compassion, and a commitment to helping clients recognize their strengths and develop skills to create positive change.

Hi there! I’m a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky with a Master’s degree in Counseling from Eastern Kentucky University. I’ve worked in the mental health field for over eight years and have spent the last five years providing therapy. I support clients navigating challenges such as substance use, grief and loss, ADHD, trauma, depression, and anxiety. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping you build the tools to live a more balanced and fulfilling life. I look forward to supporting you as you begin your journey toward your best self!

Therapy can be very intimidating, especially if you are not aware of the expectations or if you don’t feel safe talking to your chosen provider. My experiences as a counselor have allowed me to work with those that struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, difficulty with life transitions, and uncertainty about their identity or if they belong. Therapy should seek to address the roots of whatever negative thoughts or beliefs contribute to these ongoing issues, and I am here to help you uncover those roots so that you can achieve healing. If you are tired of wrestling with feelings of not being good enough and are ready to show kindness to yourself, I would love to help you reach that point. We will work together to create goals that are realistic, manageable, and appropriate for your situation. Then, we will work at your pace to see those desires become reality.

Hi there! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adolescents and adults navigating life’s challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and family concerns, and other mental health challenges. I have a particular heart for working with women and families and believe therapy is most meaningful when it feels like a genuine, supportive human connection. My goal is to create a warm, welcoming space where you can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being yourself. I’ll meet you where you are, without judgment, and work collaboratively with you to better understand your experiences, build on your strengths, and move toward the life you want.

I'm so glad you're here! I know it takes a great amount of courage to even begin looking for help. You may be wondering if anyone will understand you and what you are going through or if there is even any hope! Well there is, and I am here to help you! Hi! I'm Brenda. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with a background in yoga and wellness. I offer an on-line therapy office serving folks in Kentucky, New Jersey, and Michigan. Consider me your trusted guide on your path to mental and emotional well-being. You'll notice I have a down to earth nature, and strive to create a safe, non-judgmental, supportive space to unpack the early whispers of unease and the thunderstorm of overwhelming emotions.

Losses, social isolation, family tension, work fatigue, health issues, and uncertainty have created an imbalance in our lives, consequently decreasing our overall well-being. We are all striving to grow the life we desire. I help individuals flourish through integrative, evidence-based therapy while providing a structure of accountability for in-between-session work. I've been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) since 2008, was initially licensed as an LPCA in 2004, and am a Certified Integrative Mental Health Professional (CIMHP). I've worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, AD(H)D, trauma, and relationship conflicts. Together, we can develop a toolbox of resources to help you become more resilient.

I’m a compassionate and supportive therapist dedicated to helping clients navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful, lasting change. I strive to provide a safe, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered. Together, we’ll explore your goals, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you feel more confident and fulfilled. You don’t have to navigate life’s challenges alone. 💚 Therapy can be a space to feel heard, gain clarity, and build the tools you need to move forward. If you’re ready to prioritize your mental health and invest in your well-being, I invite you to take the first step. Reach out today to connect and explore whether we’d be a good fit to work together. You deserve support, growth, and space to become the best version of yourself.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky. I understand that seeking help takes courage, and I believe that real, lasting change—though often difficult—is always possible. My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in mutual respect. I consider it a privilege to hear your story, support your healing process, and help you move toward the life you want to live. You deserve to feel seen, supported, and empowered—through an approach that feels right to you.

Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or just exhausted from trying to hold everything together? You don't have to navigate it alone. I am a LCSW working with teenagers and adults who are ready to break free from cycles of overthinking and self-doubt. My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and compassionate. I tailor our sessions to fit your unique needs using practical tools from MI (Motivational Interviewing), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy). Together, we’ll build practical tools to help you breathe easier and move forward with confidence. Outside of session, you can find me hiking (with or without my dog), playing volleyball, volunteering in my church, and relaxing at home.

I have been working in this field since 2014. I am experienced in many approached and modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivation Interviewing. I am offering Individual, Couples, and Family Therapy Sessions. Let’s meet and see how I can help you work through those things that are hindering you or overwhelming you. May that be trauma or life changes. How can I support you in your time of need? How can we get you Ready To Bloom?

Hey there! I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor (LPCC-S) with over 12 years of experience dedicated to supporting and empowering women through life's transitions-because life is always life-ing. My specialty is perinatal mental health. As a certified Perinatal Mental Health Specialist (PMH-C) through Postpartum Support International, I walk alongside women through pregnancy, postpartum, the fourth trimester, traumatic birth, and loss-the seasons that change you in ways no one fully prepares you for. I support women navigating: Perinatal and postpartum depression and anxiety Perinatal OCD and traumatic birth Mother and infant attachment Parenting in recovery Pregnancy and infant loss and grief The fog of depression, anxiety, or stress blocking your path back to yourself Burnout from expectations you never should have carried alone Compassion fatigue — for the helpers, healers, and caretakers who pour from an empty cup Grief of a person, relationship, lifestyle, or a version of yourself Life. The deep, bone-tired desire to stop surviving and start healing Fresh endings and new beginnings This is an inclusive, affirming space that celebrates all backgrounds, identities, and family structures. You belong here-exactly as you are.

Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or facing a major life transition? I provide a safe, supportive space where adults can slow down, gain clarity, and develop practical strategies for moving forward. Throughout my extensive career, I've helped people navigate life's challenges both as a licensed clinical therapist and as a healthcare executive leading major hospital systems. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, grief, or a major life transition, I provide a supportive space to gain clarity, build resilience, and move forward with confidence. Raised in Chicago’s Rogers Park and influenced by my father’s resilience as a Holocaust survivor, I bring a strong foundation of empathy and perspective to my work. I hold a master's in clinical social work from Loyola University and am licensed in Arizona, Florida, Illinois, Kentucky, New Mexico and West Virginia. I also earned a master's degree in business administration from North Park University and an executive management certification from University of Southern California. Having lived and worked across the United States and internationally, I bring a broad, culturally informed perspective to my practice. My therapeutic philosophy emphasizes positivity, confidence, and persistence.

My identity and therapy practice are highly intertwined as I always say "I am a human before I am a therapist". Yes I went to college and got a big degree but my general desire for my clients is for them to feel like they are sitting with an authentic human who has "been there before". I moved from my home in Eastern KY Appalachia to Louisville in 2019. Having this experience has shown me that there ain't much difference in the suffering people have in the country and the city. I believe that our current society and systems all too often force people into hard spots and then tell them to pull themselves up and keep it pushing. My goal in therapy is to slow things down to normalize for you that we are not working on "what's wrong with you" but instead "what happened to you". This allows you to feel safe enough with me to share the parts of your life/mental that even you don't want to address. That is when you start healing. Cause once you feel seen and supported, you feel empowered enough to figure out how YOU want to live (not how you have been told to). I describe this whole process as you are driving the car and I am riding "shot gun" just pointing things out and making suggestions! I find that my unconditional acceptance of clients, use of real world humor/experiences, and gently pushing for change allows us to start building the skills and strategies you need to live in this world as an authentic you. Another favorite saying of mine is "it's your world my guy I'm just living in it"!

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Kentucky. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work and have been practicing in the mental health field for 14 years. Throughout my career, I have gained extensive experience working with adolescents and adults experiencing ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, substance use, anxiety, and depression. My approach is centered on helping individuals heal from past and present trauma, develop greater self-awareness, and recognize and transform unhealthy patterns of thinking and behavior. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to grow. My goal is to help each person better understand themselves, build effective coping skills, and move toward becoming the healthiest and most fulfilled version of themselves.

I am passionate about providing compassionate, intentional, and nonjudgmental care that helps clients work toward meaningful goals and lasting personal growth. My approach to therapy is collaborative and supportive, creating a space where you can feel heard, explore your experiences, process difficult emotions, and develop practical tools to navigate life's challenges. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with nearly 10 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, and adults across a variety of mental health and community settings. My professional background includes psychiatric emergencies, crisis stabilization, residential care, criminal justice, homelessness and housing services, developmental disabilities, private practice, school-based and community-based therapy, and individual and family counseling. These experiences have shaped my understanding of the unique challenges people face and the importance of meeting each person with compassion, respect, and individualized care. I earned my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2015, Bachelor of Social Work in 2017, and Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) in 2019 from the University of Louisville and its Kent School of Social Work. My therapeutic approach incorporates evidence-based practices, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), which can help individuals process traumatic experiences and address related emotional distress. I strive to tailor therapy to your needs, pace, and goals while helping you build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and move toward healing. I believe therapy is a space where you can show up as you are, without fear of judgment or pressure to have everything figured out. Whether you are navigating anxiety, difficult life experiences, emotional challenges, or seeking personal growth, we can work together to identify your strengths and develop a path forward that feels right for you. Outside of therapy, I enjoy spending time with my family, engaging in sports, hiking, learning new skills, and binge-watching Netflix.

Hi, I'm Helena (Hell-in-uh)! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 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.

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! *** If you are scheduling an intake for a minor, the parent/guardian must be present at the intake appt.

My name is Kimberly Watkins. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who cares deeply about helping you make your way. Being a native of a small town, I understand the challenges these communities face in gaining quality mental health care. Therefore, after college and getting married, I pursued higher education to fulfill my passion of becoming a counselor. Along the way, I have helped others in various capacities including displaced children and teen moms, working at a homeless shelter and grief center, teaching Social Emotional Learning classes to children in a school setting, providing school-based and outpatient therapy for children and adults in multiple mental health agencies and schools. I have also worked as a Group Therapist for teens/preteens in PHP/IOP Program. Through all these experiences I have gained a vast understanding and knowledge of challenges individuals and families face. I want to continue this journey by providing private individual therapy services. I seek to provide compassionate, client-centered counseling to individuals and families in communities. I seek to help individuals and families grow strong roots by encouraging clients to explore and utilize resources in their communities including family, friends, and faith-based services. I seek to help people address issues they are experiencing such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and relational challenges. I will meet each client where they are and help them work through past and current pain to build a more balanced and manageable life. My goal is to support individuals and families in building healthier, more resilient lives across generations. My personal passion is to strengthen communities by increasing access to compassionate, high quality mental health care.

Are you exhausted from feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or emotionally stuck? I help children, teens, and adults heal from trauma using EMDR, attachment-focused, and faith-sensitive therapy. I integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT and EMDR with a compassionate, grounded style, and I offer faith-based counseling for those who want to include their Christian beliefs in the healing process. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can experience clarity, peace, and lasting change.