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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Kentucky


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Kentucky
Take the next step in your recovery journey with Headway's Kentucky-based addiction specialists. Our providers deliver evidence-based treatment for substance use disorder and behavioral addictions through flexible virtual and in-person sessions, with many available within two weeks and accepting major insurance plans.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families. I treat a wide range of mental health challenges including anxiety and stress, mood disorders, trauma, depression, coping with chronic illness, military family life, and life transitions. I have 30 years of working with service members, families and support system members.
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.
I am a trauma informed therapist, here to help you. I work with teens and adults who are dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, shame, guilt, self-doubt, substance use, and painful relationship patterns. Many of the people I support feel stuck in survival mode. They may be having nightmares, flashbacks, anger outbursts, self-harm, low self-worth, codependent patterns, or the constant feeling that they are doing everything wrong. Some are trying to heal after domestic violence, sexual abuse, addiction, or other painful experiences that changed how safe life feels. My goal is to help you feel supported, understood, and more able to imagine what comes next.
In 1986, my journey in the field of human services began, fueled by a lifelong passion for helping others. Majoring in the Human Services concentration at high school laid the groundwork for my unwavering commitment to this mission.
Upon earning a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's in Science with a counseling specialty, my formal training commenced in 2002. Over the years, I've gained extensive experience and expertise, working in diverse settings. Anxiety, stress, worry, uncertainty, addictions and fear don't have to define your life. With over 16 years of clinical experience, I help individuals, couples, and families identify the beliefs, thought patterns, and automatic behaviors that keep them feeling stuck.
Having over 25 years of hands on experience with a variety of clients, I am comfortable working with just about anyone who is ready and willing to look at new perspectives. During our time together, you will feel safe, understood, and empowered.
Hello, I'm Elizabeth Middleton, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Kentucky and the owner of Middleton Counseling and Wellness, LLC. I am passionate about helping children, adolescents, and adults navigate life's challenges in a supportive, nonjudgmental environment. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, stress, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, behavioral challenges, and family-related issues. I also enjoy working with children and families through play-based interventions and developmentally appropriate therapeutic approaches.
My goal is to create a space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. I believe that healing happens through connection, trust, and collaboration, and I am committed to helping each client build on their strengths while developing practical tools for lasting change.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor with years of experience working with adolescents and adults. I’ve worked in community mental health, substance use treatment, and leadership roles supervising other clinicians. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders. I believe therapy should be practical, respectful, and focused on real change.
( I currently only provide medication management no individual therapy)
I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. My background spans primary care, urgent care, and mental health, allowing me to approach each client with a comprehensive understanding of both physical and emotional well-being.
I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders. My practice focuses on providing evidence-based medication management paired with supportive, collaborative care. I believe in meeting clients where they are, empowering them through education, and tailoring treatment plans to their unique needs, preferences, and goals.
My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and holistic. I value building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported.
If you’re looking for compassionate, thorough, and personalized care, I’m here to help you take the next step in your mental health journey.
With over 11 years of experience as a therapist I am
passionate about helping individuals, couples, and families
navigate life’s challenges and find healing through evidence-
based and compassionate care. I hold a Master’s degree in
Social Work from Western Kentucky University and have
dedicated my career to supporting clients in achieving
emotional wellness and personal growth.
Hi, I’m a therapist who believes healing doesn’t have to feel stiff, awkward, or like you’re sitting in a room being judged by someone holding a clipboard.
My style is warm, down-to-earth, and often sprinkled with humor—because sometimes we need to laugh so we don’t fall apart, and sometimes we just need to laugh while we’re putting ourselves back together.
I specialize in working with people who don’t fit neatly into one diagnostic box—folks with dual diagnoses, complex histories, depression that doesn’t budge easily, and the “I’ve tried therapy before and it didn’t help” crowd. If you’ve been called “a lot,” “too much,” or “hard to treat,” you’re exactly my kind of person.
What therapy with me feels like:
Safe, supportive, and human—not clinical and cold
A place where you can be messy, honest, sarcastic, or quiet
Collaborative, with plenty of gentle challenge when you need it
Rooted in evidence-based strategies, but delivered in a way that feels real and doable
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.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Kentucky



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 99%Anxiety
- 98%Depression
- 91%Stress management
- 87%PTSD

- 99%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 95%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 49%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 100%English
- 1%Hindi
- 1%American Sign Language
- 1%Spanish

- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online

- 70%Woman
- 30%Man

- 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 36%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
- 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 1%Licensed Psychologist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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