Welcome to Betterhelp and congratulations on reaching out to explore solutions to challenges you may be experiencing! My name is Trudy Buckman and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Kentucky and a US Air Force Veteran (1980-1984). I have been licensed since 2007 and worked primarily with veterans - specifically those who served in combat zones or experienced sexual assault in the military (MST), and their families. I retired amidst the pandemic but wish to continue serving those with challenges that impact daily lives toward learning new ways to cope or resolve those issues. My experience as an undergraduate included 14 years with hospice providing compassionate care to the dying and the bereaved both young and those with more maturity and nearly 2 years within a private psychiatrist's office which saw many living with concerns of ADHD, anxiety, depression and influences of personality that impact daily lives.
While trained in methods of Cognitive Behavioral and Solution-focused techniques and receiving certification for Cognitive Processing Therapy, I also incorporate Art and Play Therapy when appropriate. My clinical approach is literally whatever works for any individual. This client centered and non-judgmental approach typically allows for good rapport which increases a positive therapeutic relationship and growth! As a Christian, I am comfortable with including religion into the counseling process, although equally respectful of other religious beliefs or none. I further believe humor has a place in counseling and I look forward to hearing what makes you smile.
Connect with me and let's see how we might work together to improve or resolve what concerns you experience!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Caregiver issues and stress, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Family problems, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Veteran and Armed Forces Issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Sexual assault and abuse
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
KY LCSW 3428
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Trudy is a wonderful blend of supportive, approachable and kind with no-nonsense approach, deep knowledge and a breadth of experience/expertise that she brings a variety of perspectives to bear on issues we discuss. She has been a tremendous asset as I have been navigating challenges that are complex and beyond anything I’ve dealt with before. I feel lucky to have been matched with Trudy as my very first Better Help experience!
Written on Sep 09, 2024 after therapy with Trudy for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue
Trudy is a wonderful therapist. She really listens and cares about my progress. I’ve had to take time off due to money issues and she is always understanding and accepts my returns like they never happened. She is very knowledgeable and listens to everything. She offers worksheets and other techniques to use in between sessions.
Written on Apr 22, 2024 after therapy with Trudy for 2 years and 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Always there for me, responds promptly, and try’s to help me to keep moving forward. Checks in on me in between as well, which is really supportive. Thank you all
Written on Feb 23, 2024 after therapy with Trudy for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, and adhd
Trudy really cares
Written on Nov 15, 2023 after therapy with Trudy for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Trudy has been so helpful in teaching me how to better navigate my traumas. I’ve had therapy before where the focus was the traumatic event itself, Trudy’s focus is on helping me overcome the symptoms of PTSD. She’s fun to chat with, too!
Written on Aug 23, 2023 after therapy with Trudy for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Trudy is very helpful and knowledgeable! I would strongly recommend her to anyone!
Written on Jun 14, 2023 after therapy with Trudy for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem