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Top therapists in Lexington, KY accepting new patients

Discover mental wellness support throughout Lexington, from East End neighborhoods to West Lexington communities. Headway's 619 providers deliver flexible therapy options with insurance integration, helping you focus on healing rather than costs. Many clients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Tammany Barrett

Tammany Barrett

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel supported, empowered, and equipped with tools they can use in everyday life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, PTSD
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kendall Tapp

Kendall Tapp

Therapist

Virtual • Owensboro, KY


“I believe that healing begins with a strong, genuine therapeutic relationship, so I work to create a safe, warm, and non-judgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Danielle Guminski

Danielle Guminski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Paducah, KY


In mental healthcare, true healing happens when you feel completely seen, heard, and met with grace. My mission is to partner with you to navigate life's complexities, balancing clinical excellence with deep empathy. I look at wellness holistically...focusing not just on managing symptoms, but on supporting your mind, body, and spirit so that you can thrive.

I believe that to encourage holistic wellness in others, I must practice it myself. When I am not working, you can usually find me spending quality time with my children, tackling a DIY home improvement project, or planning our next big roadtrip adventure. I have a deep love for long-distance travel, exploring historic highways, slowing down the pace of life and meeting strangers across America.

I have proudly served the healthcare community for over 25 years, working in an array of settings. For the past 8 years I have focused on mental health and helping others heal their mind, body, and soul with medication management, psychotherapy, and hormone balancing. I treat ages across the lifespan starting at age 4.

I specialize in treating ADHD/Autism, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, OCD, Substance Use Disorders, and many other diagnoses by providing compassionate, evidence base care and diagnostic evaluations for a variety of mental health needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Smiley

Linda Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Great to meet you! My name is Linda Smiley, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I enjoy being a therapist because everyone deserves to be validated, listened to, and given the opportunity to live their best life. I am born and raised in Kentucky, and have also lived in a couple of other states — experiences that have shaped how I practice. Working with individuals from other cultures has given me a multicultural lens, and that perspective is part of every session I offer.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaToya Locke

LaToya Locke

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My style is collaborative and strengths-based, offering a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Flannery

Nicole Flannery

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy works best when you feel comfortable enough to be yourself, ask questions, laugh when it feels right, and be honest about what's really going on.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Infertility
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Tully

Elizabeth Tully

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Trauma
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Brook

James Brook

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I offer a relaxed, fun, and a little bit irreverent style of therapy that encourages you to just be you.”
Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julie Smith

Julie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to identify your goals, explore the challenges you're facing, and develop practical tools to help you move forward.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Messick

Emily Messick

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and understood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tolana Murphy

Tolana Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe every therapeutic journey should be person-centered and specific to the needs of the individual, couple, or family system that I work with.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marie Mayes

Marie Mayes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“My goal is to provide a safe space where clients can express their needs and feel comfortable being their true selves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Meagan Vowels

Meagan Vowels

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy should feel like a genuine conversation where you're supported, valued, and encouraged to grow.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charles Smiley

Charles Smiley

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe in the empowerment and forgiveness of thyself, to allow room for fostering growth and to improve the quality of life for my clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Danette Barboza

Danette Barboza

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with more than a decade of experience helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and older adults navigate life. My background includes working in outpatient therapy, community mental health, crisis intervention, trauma treatment, and clinical leadership.

My areas of focus include family therapy, reunification, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, life transitions, grief, self-esteem, co-dependency, stress management, and personal healing and growth.

As a Christian counselor, I am happy to incorporate faith-based principles when requested, while respecting each client's individual beliefs and values.

I am committed to helping clients develop practical skills, gain insight, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.

I believe every person has inherent worth and the capacity for growth, healing, and change. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rhea Caudill

Rhea Caudill

Therapist

Virtual • Maysville, KY


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 16 years of experience in Kentucky, offering counseling for anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and a wide range of mental health concerns. I work with children, adults, couples, and families to help clients build effective coping skills and create meaningful, positive change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jina Varanasi-Lee

Jina Varanasi-Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I specialize in complex trauma, mood dysregulation, depression and anxiety. In my sessions, you will find a safe space to to start your healing journey and I look forward to walking alongside you.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Monty

Justin Monty

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is conversational and down-to-earth. Therapy can involve difficult or uncomfortable topics, but I don't believe it has to feel overly clinical or formal.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Teah Moore

Dr. Teah Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“As a practitioner of over 20 years, I empower clients to be the experts on themselves to collaboratively work towards identified goals.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sonya Murphree-Miller

Sonya Murphree-Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I approach my therapy sessions with a warm and understanding attitude in order to build rapport and engage my clients in the counseling journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Natalie Patton

Natalie Patton

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I bring empathy, insight, and a non-judgmental stance into this relationship as three of my greatest strengths...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristi Reeves

Kristi Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach to therapy is psychodynamic, person-centered, and compassionate. My goal is to help you heal, improve your relationships, and create balance by becoming more aware of your strengths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shameka Sells-Moore

Shameka Sells-Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


Life can be overwhelming. As your therapist, I can help you deal with life's changes without judgement. My goal is to assist you with enhancing your life and discovering your purpose.

Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Carla Fletcher

Carla Fletcher

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I approach therapy by looking for your strengths, and focusing on solutions, rather than getting stuck on problems.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joanne Branson

Joanne Branson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“We will use creative therapy techniques to learn new ways to reveal and express your truth. I am respectful and honor your pain. However, I use humor to help you gain a different perspective.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emily Aust

Emily Aust

Therapist

Virtual • Ashland, KY


“I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). I am also a ADHD-Certified Clinical Services Provider.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kelsey Miller

Kelsey Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Edgewood, KY


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about working with women and children, providing a compassionate and supportive space to navigate emotional challenges, build coping skills, and foster growth. My approach blends warmth with a multitude of practices to meet each client where they are. I believe every individual brings unique strengths, experiences, and hopes into therapy, and that growth can look different for everyone, from finding small moments of joy to navigating life’s most difficult losses.

My goal is to help you reconnect with yourself, recognize your potential, and move forward with greater clarity and compassion. Even in challenging seasons, I believe there is always space for hope, healing, and possibility.

Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Sneed

Amanda Sneed

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I work with clients by combining cognitive behavior therapy with mindfulness practices. I work toward client building a strong sense of self and empowerment.”
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sherry Coles

Sherry Coles

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I have over 28 years of experience in education and mental health and hold master’s degrees in Counseling and Social Work. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience as a behavior coach, supporting children and adolescents with emotional regulation, anxiety, and coping skills. I have also facilitated community grief groups. My strengths‐based approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution‐Focused practices to help clients reach meaningful, practical goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Johnna Turnage

Johnna Turnage

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I like to see my clients be the best version of themselves they can be, and to realize that happiness is a choice, which is highly possible by changing your mindset.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Camille Phillips

Camille Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe that every individual and family has unique strengths, and my goal is to help you uncover and build on those strengths to navigate life's challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sonja Allen

Sonja Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My style is practical and solution-focused while also helping clients gain insight into patterns that may be contributing to current struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kim McClanahan

Kim McClanahan

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My work centers on guiding individuals through difficult mental health challenges, using a blend of CBT, DBT, and Integrative therapy to help you build resilience and achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephanie Carson

Stephanie Carson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I have spent the past 15 years helping adolescents and teens work to see beyond today. I am certified in Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Multi-Dimentional Family Therapy, and Seeking Safety. As well as long practiced in Trauma Informed Care. I have received both my Bachelors in Psychology and Masters in Professional Counseling from Liberty University, and am currentlyy working towards completing a Doctorate in Traumatology from Liberty University. My trauma work originally stemmed from being a Marine Corps veteran, and witnessing the effects on my comrades. However, grew into youth work through becoming a part of the local education system. I now love working with kids to have a brighter view of their future.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dale Peterson

Dale Peterson

Psychologist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have been a psychotherapist for over 40 years, so have experience in working with people with a wide range of issues.”
Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Bessie Costanza

Bessie Costanza

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I'm here to think with you, and to help you understand yourself in ways that actually change things.”
Anxiety
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tylon White

Tylon White

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I take a client-centered approach, focusing on helping individuals better understand themselves, build resilience, and develop meaningful, lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Lexington, KY

Number of therapists serving Lexington, KY
There are over 631 therapists in Lexington, KY accepting new patients.
631+
Average years in practice
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17 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 99%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 79%Trauma
  • 75%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%American Sign Language
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 22%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right therapist for you

Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Lexington

Searching for therapists in Lexington starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Therapists may focus on anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, life transitions, or stress. As you compare options, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and populations served. A therapist who mentions approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, or trauma-informed care may be a closer match if those approaches fit your goals.

Lexington has a strong local therapy community, with options near downtown, the University of Kentucky area, Hamburg, and surrounding Fayette County neighborhoods. Some people prefer an office close to work, school, or home, while others choose virtual therapy for more scheduling flexibility. When narrowing your search, review appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading each therapist’s profile can help you understand their communication style, session structure, and approach before you book.

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 what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, verify your insurance, and see an estimated session cost before you book. You can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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