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Prenatal and postpartum therapists & psychiatrists in Lexington, KY

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Top prenatal and postpartum therapists and psychiatrists in Lexington, KY

Lexington families turn to Headway for evidence-based postpartum mental health support from 187 providers trained in talk therapy and medication management. Our holistic, solution-oriented approach addresses postpartum challenges while respecting your unique journey. Sessions available as soon as tomorrow with transparent, affordable pricing.

Elizabeth Rowlands

Elizabeth Rowlands

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and already possess many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you are facing.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Grace Akinpetide

Dr. Grace Akinpetide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


My practice is rooted in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care designed to help you navigate and improve your mental well-being. I believe in a comprehensive treatment model with evidence-based medication management and tailored interventions.

I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, psychosis, and the mental health complexities of chronic medical illness. My expertise also extends to sleep disorders, stress reduction, and dual diagnosis.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chriscia Bane

Chriscia Bane

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I take a holistic and patient-centered approach, which means I consider your physical, emotional, social, and lifestyle factors when creating a personalized treatment plan.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Molly Techau

Molly Techau

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“I am passionate about working with clients and their families navigating conflicts and implementing empathic and assertive communication.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alex Rentel

Alex Rentel

Therapist

Virtual • Pikeville, KY


“Clients can expect to feel a load has been taken off their shoulders and that they have been profoundly seen and heard.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Donnah Clark-Miller

Donnah Clark-Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My practice is rooted in deep empathy and compassion, ensuring that you always feel respected and heard.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaitlyn Brooks

Kaitlyn Brooks

Therapist

Virtual • Florence, KY


Navigating life alone can be tough, Are you searching for a therapist who still believes in the miracle working power of Jesus? Is the weight of life too much to handle on your own? Are you an adult who struggles with anxiety, depression or trauma? Lets work together to help you overcome these struggles!

Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Barbie Matthews, Lcsw

Barbie Matthews, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My style is warm, authentic, and refreshingly human. I often describe myself as a "tie-dyed kind of therapist"...”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katelyn Korb

Katelyn Korb

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Many clients also tell me that they feel that I am easy to talk to and that look forward to each session.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Victoria Ewing

Victoria Ewing

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My practice is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), a proven method that empowers clients to identify and reshape unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Amera Sergie

Amera Sergie

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe that my role is to help you harness your inner knowledge and strength so that you can be the best version of yourself possible.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Angela Cornett

Angela Cornett

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“With 30 years of experience navigating the complexities of trauma, foster care, and adoption, I deeply understand how our earliest experiences shape our adult lives.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolanda Ashton

Yolanda Ashton

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. L Jacobson

Dr. L Jacobson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“My approach integrates evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy principles. I believe treatment is most effective when patients feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about their care.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ellis Graham

Ellis Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Think of therapy with me as a collaborative adventure. I believe in meeting you where you are, with no judgment and plenty of warmth.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ryan Kent

Dr. Ryan Kent

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Independence, KY


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space while providing practical tools and insight to help clients better understand themselves, improve communication, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Janecia King

Dr. Janecia King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florence, KY


“I have over 18 years of experience helping adults, teens, veterans, and individuals with developmental disabilities in crisis.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Allie Gordon

Allie Gordon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“My diverse background in nursing provided a great foundation for psychiatry as I realized how untreated mental health concerns greatly affected patients outcomes.”
Maternal mental health, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kayla Smith

Kayla Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Kayla, a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health, recognized the profound disparities in access to mental health care within BIPOC communities. Inspired by a vision of creating a space where healing is both inclusive and affordable, she founded Helen’s Project with the belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of their background or financial situation.​​Helen’s Project operates on the principle that culturally competent and empathetic mental health care is essential for holistic well-being. The organization collaborates with a diverse team of mental health professionals who not only possess clinical expertise but also understand the unique cultural nuances and challenges faced by the BIPOC community.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Olivia Reynolds

Olivia Reynolds

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating — especially if you’re afraid of being judged, misunderstood, or unsure whether therapy will actually help. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or like you’re barely holding things together on the outside, you’re not alone.

My approach is warm, direct, practical, and collaborative. I help clients not only process emotions, but also understand why certain patterns keep happening and how to create meaningful, lasting change. Together, we focus on building emotional awareness, healthier coping skills, nervous system regulation, and stronger relationships.

Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, perfectionism, emotional overwhelm, relationship stress, attachment wounds, self-esteem issues, or difficulty managing intense emotions. I work to create a space where clients feel safe, supported, understood, and empowered to move forward with greater clarity and confidence.

If any of this resonates with you, I’d be honored to support you in your healing process.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tabitha Simpson

Dr. Tabitha Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • Dry Ridge, KY


“My passion is supporting individuals through life transitions, including pregnancy, postpartum adjustment, anxiety, depression, and relationship changes.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Mulberry-Barrier

Sarah Mulberry-Barrier

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I combine my clinical knowledge and lived experience to therapeutically support individuals and couples during their family planning efforts.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Candace Cooper

Dr. Candace Cooper

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a space where you can process life's challenges without judgment while developing practical tools for lasting change.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Ashley Simpson

Elizabeth Ashley Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I offer a warm, compassionate, and down‐to‐earth space where you can show up exactly as you are—messy, unsure, or somewhere in between—and know you'll be met with care, calm, and a little bit of humor when it helps.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ann Elmore

Ann Elmore

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I’ve been working in the mental health field since earning my Masters of Science in Social Work degree with a specialization in Alcohol and Drug Counseling from the University of Louisville in 2011. Over the years, I’ve worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting adults through challenges with mental health and substance use. Those experiences have given me the privilege of walking alongside people in some of the hardest and most transformative moments of their lives.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marlowe Spalding

Marlowe Spalding

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fisherville, KY


“Her warm, approachable style helps create a safe space for clients to explore their mental health needs.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heather Meredith

Heather Meredith

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I strongly believe that every person is capable and inherently worthy, and my therapy approach aims to foster compassion, support, and a sense of safety.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Grace Walker

Grace Walker

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe in treating the whole person, not just the symptoms. I take a holistic approach to care, considering all aspects of your well-being.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anastasia Jarrett

Anastasia Jarrett

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am compassionate and understanding but not afraid to call you out when it can lead to your healing.”
Maternal mental health, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management, Women's issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Autumn Shutt

Autumn Shutt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“She is especially passionate about supporting women during pregnancy, postpartum, and other major life transitions.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joseph Autry

Joseph Autry

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“Through compassion, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, we will find solutions for your problems and worries.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Deborah Lee Taylor

Deborah Lee Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I bring a wealth of both professional and personal life experience to every session, ensuring patients feel cared for and respected.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nadine Smith

Nadine Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“With over 25 years of diverse experience in the healthcare field, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your best self with empathy and expertise.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Stapleton

Sarah Stapleton

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of experience supporting individuals through life’s challenges, transitions, and moments that can feel overwhelming or uncertain. I work with clients who may be navigating anxiety, stress, major life changes, or simply feeling stuck and unsure of their next step.

My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. Whether you're processing something specific or just know that things don’t feel quite right, we’ll work together to make sense of what you’re experiencing and move toward meaningful change.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Johnita McGee Smith

Johnita McGee Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, or relationship issues? Are you looking for a safe and judgement-free environment where you can share your problems and concerns? If so, then let’s get to work!!! Life is too short to surrender to toxic relationships, let trauma consume you, continue to be anxious or be depressed. You deserve to live a life full of peace and joy. Let’s work together to help you develop healthy coping skills and find meaningful purpose in your family, friendships, work, spirituality, and all other life areas.

My specialty includes working with adolescents, adults, couples and family units. I help motivate them with evidenced based interventions. This helps to improve their overall emotional health, relationships and walk in purpose. My specialty also includes treating those who struggle with depression, anxiety and trauma as a result of abuse, neglect & loss.

I appreciate and honor diversity in all aspects and love working with clients from all sorts of backgrounds, including those who are not religious/spiritual. However, I'm open to applying biblical principles in therapy by request.

Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jshaquerriah Ferguson

Jshaquerriah Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisville, KY


“I'm warm, transparent, and I bring humor in when it fits, because healing doesn't have to be heavy all the time.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Heather Cassidy

Dr. Heather Cassidy

Psychologist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My training and practice is psychodynamic, which focuses on understanding how you are feeling in the moment, and making connections between your past and present.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Anne Marie Bryant

Anne Marie Bryant

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I work with individuals, couples and children/teens to help them with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, parenting, trauma, grief/loss, and stress.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Banet

Jacqueline Banet

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Hi! I’m Jackie. I want to start by saying thanks for being here. I feel deeply honored to have the privilege to serve others as a clinical social worker. Being with people as they share their experiences, thoughts, and feelings is a role I cherish immensely.

I started my career in the mental health field in 2019. I served my community in Southern Indiana as clinical therapist at a community mental health center working with adults, adolescents, and children as they navigated relationships, stress, life changes, difficult and traumatic experiences, feelings of depression and anxiety, along with other presenting problems. I also held roles in non-profit work as a clinical supervisor and treatment director, supervising other therapists as they served clients in the community.

I am trained in and draw from evidence-based interventions including Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Seeking Safety, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Motivational Interviewing, and Attachment-Based Family Therapy. I also pull from training in Nurturing Parenting, Trust-Based Relational Intervention, Risking Connection, and Celebrating Families.

Maternal mental health, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy Smallwood

Tammy Smallwood

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a warm, engaging, and validating therapist who believes that meaningful therapy begins with feeling heard, respected, and understood.”
Maternal mental health, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who support maternal mental health in Lexington, KY

Number of therapists serving Lexington, KY
There are over 184 therapists in Lexington, KY accepting new patients.
184+
Average years in practice
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21 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Maternal mental health
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 98%Depression
  • 92%Stress management
  • 89%Women's issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 44%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Arabic
  • 1%Bosnian
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 93%Woman
  • 6%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 16%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 26%Couples therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy

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Find an expert who truly understands maternal mental health

Headway helps you find expert-guided support for every stage of motherhood — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Postpartum Therapist in Lexington

Finding postpartum therapists in Lexington starts with looking for someone whose training matches what you want support with. Postpartum concerns can include depression, postpartum anxiety, birth-related stress, identity shifts, and relationship strain. As you review therapists, look for listed experience with perinatal mental health, maternal mental health, or postpartum counseling. A PMH-C credential can also signal specialized training in perinatal mental health care.

Lexington offers local therapy options, and virtual care can make the search more flexible for new parents managing changing schedules, infant care, and physical recovery. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions near home, work, or a child care route, or virtual appointments that fit more easily into your day. You can also narrow your search by appointment availability, therapy approach, and whether a therapist offers a free phone consultation. Reading therapist bios can help you understand how they describe their style, postpartum experience, and what sessions may look like.

Therapy in Lexington can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket estimate before you book. Headway helps you find postpartum therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, check insurance fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.