My name is Jetona, but clients can and do call me 'Jet' for short, as it is much more fun and memorable to many! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Kentucky with 18 years of experience working in the helping industry, 16 of those in providing direct counseling services to a diverse caseload of clients. All humans are unique, as are all clients. While there is no way to describe the “ideal” client, I work best with those individuals who place a high value on authenticity, transparency, and honesty. Those three factors are well suited for clients who are goal-driven and aspire true and lasting change.
Some areas of rewarding experience have included work with non-traditional family structures, women’s health and wellness, intergenerational trauma healing, adoption and its impact for all involved, and healthy relationship development and intentional living- to name a few. I assist humans in realizing, trusting, and believing in their highest potential and most authentic purpose. Additionally, my experience includes working with individuals struggling with low self-esteem, adjustment disorders/issues, depression, anxiety/stress, OCD, as well as grief related loss & trauma. I've worked with all ages, 6-75 years, and enjoy watching and assisting each with navigating their unique life path.
Education is very important to me, as I graduated Magna Cum Laude with my Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, followed by completing my Masters of Science in Counseling with honors less than two years later. As an undergraduate, I was actively involved in academic research and presentation of my work in the field of positive parenting. As a post graduate, I have completed some doctoral work, as well as served in educational training roles regarding adoption. Additionally, I have served as a Board Approved Supervisor and mentor for students and practitioners working towards licensure in their respective counseling fields. Lastly, I consider my time spent serving on the state licensing board of Marriage and Family Therapy as part of the most influential in my entire professional career.
My theoretical/treatment approach is best described as eclectic, as I focus on combining various techniques and methodologies in the effort to best serve and tailor to my client's individual needs. I view the therapeutic journey as a partnership, where client input and feedback are both necessary and essential for self-growth/development, progress, and goal achievement. I incorporate cognitive techniques to assist in replacing self-defeating thinking patterns, while maintaining a humanistic stance in regarding my client as the ultimate authority in their own lives. I specialize in working with women, couples, and young adults, repairing unhealthy relational dynamics and training mindful connection to the present moment.
As an eclectic intrinsically self-guided to get at the heart of clients' issues, client's could expect an experience that combined CBT with humanistic approaches to assist them in remaining goal/task driven, while being reminded they are in the drivers seat of their own healing. They would be welcomed in a safe space conducive for healing, with me there as their steady, supportive co-pilot. Watching others start to realize their own strengths, value, and worth as their eyes glow brighter, their smiles stretch wider, and their laughter runs deeper is among the most rewarding experiences of unparalleled joy this lifetime has to offer. My hope is that my adventurous spirit & curious zest for life is transferred during my time & work with others.
Additional areas of focus: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fertility issues, Gender dysphoria, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Narcissism, Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
KY LMFT 106483
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Jet is amazing! I strongly recommend her.
Written on Feb 17, 2024 after therapy with Jetona for 1 month on issues concerning family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Jet has a knack for understanding the complex emotions that I sometimes struggle to put into words. She has a lot of experience in this field and both encourages me when I need it and challenges me to access the emotions I've been hiding from. I particularly love how she explains various theories in a way that I understand and how she recommends books that are relevant to what I'm currently dealing with. In short, she's incredible.
Written on Nov 24, 2019 after therapy with Jetona for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Jetona Milby (also known as Jet) has been very professional and respectful. She shares my principals regarding faith and is very knowledgeable in her field. Highly recommended!!!
Written on Sep 12, 2019 after therapy with Jetona for 2 weeks
Jet has been instrumental to my growth of confidence, courage, and skills with which I was better able to handle my family conflicts. Although things have yet to work out as I hoped, Jet helped me to understand that some things just can't be changed or fixed. Most importantly, this fact is not my fault so I shouldn't harbor guilt for it. It felt like a long mountain climb but Jet was there for me consistently and promptly throughout. Thank you so much, Jet!!!
Written on Jan 03, 2019 after therapy with Jetona for 7 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and family conflicts
It’s hard to even find the right words to truly express what a great therapist Jet is. I’m so thankful I was paired with her. I have come to trust Jet completely and value her counsel immensely. She has given me the safe place I needed to explore my emotions. She has been right there for me as I have struggled with some painful issues. Her messages are very insightful. She makes you think about things and asks questions for you to dig deeper and try to figure things out. Jet is a good listener, non-judgmental, knowledgeable, understanding, has a great passion for her job, she’s kind, attentive and most importantly she cares. Jet is a wonderful therapist and I highly recommend her. (Thank you, Jet, for all your support)
Written on Dec 05, 2018 after therapy with Jetona for 6 months on issues concerning depression, addictions, eating disorders, and self esteem
Jet was very helpful at recognizing what I needed and communicating clearly through messages. Her responses were always very prompt and clear. She was great!!
Written on Oct 02, 2018 after therapy with Jetona for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and parenting issues