Psychologist Lauren Oates providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Lauren Oates

Clinician
License Type(s): LPAT ,LPCC,ATR-BC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesGriefParenting issuesCoping with life changes
5 years offering treatment

Hello, my name is Lauren. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) in Kentucky. I also am nationally board certified in Art Therapy (ATR-BC). I have spent the past few years working for a non-profit community mental health organization providing therapy for people and families in need. My approach to therapy is very person-centered and adaptable. I am a professional therapist, but you are the expert when it comes to your own life, and it is important that therapy be tailored based on each client's goals and needs in order to be as effective as possible. I am interested in helping people in a way that utilizes their unique strengths rather than focusing only on a diagnosis. The goal is to achieve a positive, healthy state, which does include overcoming difficulties, but is more than that. I am also able to provide art therapy for those who are interested. Art therapy can be useful in cases where it is difficult to express something, or for figuring out how one feels about something. Additionally, the act of making art can be enjoyable and therapeutic in itself. I believe that mental health is just one more part of overall health, and that seeking mental health care should be regarded as similar to receiving any other kind of health care. Every person experiences times when extra help would be valuable, but not everyone seeks out that help. If you are considering therapy, even if you are hesitant, I encourage you to get in touch so that I can help you move in the direction of overall wellness.

Psychologist Linda Smiley providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Linda Smiley

Clinician
License Type(s): LPCC-S
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
10 years offering treatment

Hello, Welcome! My name is Linda Smiley and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. Before, I went back to college to get my Masters Degree. I had 10 years of experience as a Case Manager for clients that had a severe mental illness. I decided that I wanted to do more, so I went back to school in order to get my Master's Degree as a mental health therapist. I graduated from Lindsey Wilson in 2013 and for the past 11 years I have been working with clients that are dealing with depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and psychosis. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma and/ or emotional abuse as well as traumatic concerns that have increased due to the pandemic. My goal is to be here to assist you in processing your feelings in a safe, judgment free environment. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My approach is primarily person centered but I also utilize motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and solution focused interventions andCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for psychosis (CBTp) . I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. I realize it is difficult to reach out in order to talk to a complete stranger about your deepest darkest secrets, feelings, and concern. It takes courage to step out of your comfort zone but if you are reading this then you are taking your first step to having a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. You are in the driver seat of your treatment. I am the passenger in this journey. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Elizabeth Duvall providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Elizabeth Duvall

Clinician
License Type(s): M.S.,LPCC
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyGriefSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
9 years offering treatment

I am licensed professional counselor in the state of Kentucky with over 9 years of experience in community mental health and private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, stress, family problems, and grief/loss. I have also helped many individuals who have experienced trauma and abuse. My counseling style is pleasant and interactive. I believe in treating my clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My treatment approach combines cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy. I will tailor our conversations and treatment plan to meet your specific needs and goals. I strive to make my sessions client-centered. I want to help you find ways to meet the goals you have set for yourself. It takes courage to take the first step toward positive change. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Psychologist Natalie Patton providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Natalie Patton

Clinician
License Type(s): LCSW
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseGriefDepressionCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

Hello! I'm Natalie, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky. I appreciate your taking a moment to view my profile, and I truly hope that you find the support you need. I've worked in the mental health field for sixteen years, and I honor the courage it takes to reach out for help. I have worked with folks experiencing a wide range of concerns including the impact of trauma, depression, anxiety, mood instability, and interpersonal relationships. I've worked in a community mental health center, an emergency room, and in a program for people who have experienced domestic violence. I approach the therapeutic relationship with compassion, respect, and curiosity. I bring empathy, insight, and a non-judgmental stance into this relationship as three of my greatest strengths, and the work I do with a client is going to be guided by the needs of that client. I utilize techniques from modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and I approach each person with a strengths-based perspective that aligns with one of my core values -- every person has worth and deserves to be heard. Some folks come to therapy with a specific situation, and some folks come to therapy with much more to unpack. Either way, growth and change can feel scary or overwhelming. I'll be honored to walk through it with you. I wish you the best on this journey.

Psychologist Dr. Danielle Hurt providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Dr. Danielle Hurt

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
12 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients from all walks of life, struggling with many different areas of difficulty. I believe that you are the expert on you and that you have many strengths that will help you to overcome the things that challenge you. Everyone has a story to tell, sometimes we forget that we are the author of our story. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process and help you to be the author of the story that you want to write and show to the world.

Psychologist Rod Dunlap providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Rod Dunlap

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
4 years offering treatment

I am independently licensed in Ohio, Kentucky, and Indiana, with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist May Reinert providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

May Reinert

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietySelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
7 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Florida, New York, Kentucky and Ohio with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, career difficulties; among other areas. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Durrett Bennett providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Durrett Bennett

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefSelf esteemCoping with life changes
16 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 16 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Psychologist Samiyra Shabazz-Dixon providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Samiyra Shabazz-Dixon

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Kentucky with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients and couples with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Michael Farjellah providing different types of therapy in Ludlow

Michael Farjellah

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression
21 years offering treatment

Welcome my friends. It's a battle in the heart, so I live by the adage that I will be in my own battle or someone else’s battle for the rest of my life. Our days are like the weather and so are emotions. Many days the sun shines, but the rains do come and sometimes a destructive storm hits hard (a divorce, the loss of a loved one, cancer, suicidal thoughts, et cetera). I have been honored to be in the field of psychology for 21 years since 2004. Through the years, more than half of my time was in the Army where I primarily worked with soldiers enduring anxiety, depression, trauma, Traumatic Brain Injury, and all the other usual suspects of psychological distress such as guilt, fear, worry, shame, pain, heartbreak, addiction, identity conflicts, and sorrow. I’ve also worked in the prisons for many years with extreme situations (i.e., murder, severe mental illness, rape, child molestation, drug kingpins, gang leaders). I have seen many miracles. So, no matter what your circumstances are, never quit and never give up! I’m a combat veteran and retired Army officer, a devout Christian, husband, father, grandfather, and experienced clinical psychologist. Let’s get into the root causes of your battle and find ways to overcome, change, forgive, accept, and move upward toward the light. The darkness will eventually lift, and the light will surely shine again.

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What types of therapists are available to clients in Ludlow?

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Ludlow that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), therapeutic talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Ludlow available through BetterHelp are accredited as psychologists to help individuals and couples. Ludlow therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Ludlow therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Ludlow region and in the state of Kentucky.

How can a therapist help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want?

Therapists in Ludlow can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Ludlow may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

Is it better to find a mental health counselor or therapist in Ludlow offering online therapy or in person?

Studies show online therapy can be just as effective as in-person counseling. Online therapy with licensed counselors is often more affordable, with BetterHelp pricing ranging from $65-$100 weekly, while in person therapy can cost up to $200 per session.

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