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Top therapists in Kentucky accepting new patients

Kentucky residents can now receive talk therapy and medication management support through 548 licensed providers on Headway. With 70+ insurance plans accepted and flexible scheduling options, quality care is more accessible than ever.

Carol Scott

Carol Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe healing begins with being heard and understood. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your individual experiences and goals.”
End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Lynn Jacobson

Dr. Lynn Jacobson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Kentucky


“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.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, OCD, Panic disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Janel Adams

Janel Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have specialized experience working with survivors of sexual violence and partner violence, as well as first responders who face unique emotional demands.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lella Still

Dr. Lella Still

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I'm Lella Still, a licensed clinical social worker with 16 years of experience, much of it in inpatient psychiatry and clinical administration.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Madija Sandy

Madija Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wilder, KY


“I work with individuals who feel overwhelmed, emotionally drained, or stuck in unhelpful patterns, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Skeeters

Jennifer Skeeters

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I focus on empowering clients, building confidence, and encouraging positive change in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.”
Anger management, Anxiety
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Taylor Ryan

Taylor Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have a very direct and challenging approach to help my clients get the most out of therapy when they don't know which issues to discuss or how to discuss them.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Burks

James Burks

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


If you've been putting off therapy — telling yourself you'll handle it on your own, or that it's not for you — you're exactly who I'm glad to work with. I'm a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 22 years of experience, and I help adults get to the root of what's actually going on and do something about it. Whether it's anxiety, depression, anger that's costing you, the weight of past trauma, stress that won't let up, or questions about identity and who you are, I'll meet you head-on and help you build a real way forward.

I work with a lot of men and people from diverse backgrounds who want a therapist they can be straight with — someone direct, who respects your time and helps you see results, not just talk in circles. That's the work I'm built for.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
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.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Juan Valenzuela

Juan Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am passionate about supporting and encouraging my brothers and sisters as they seek to navigate the difficulties of life and develop resilience that can lead to personal healing and spiritual growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Engler

Susan Engler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Louisville, KY


“I provide a warm and accepting judgement free zone where clients can identify their own goals and I can support them in their journey.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Jermaine Johnson

Jermaine Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a person-centered therapist. I use a Collaborative Approach and Narrative practices to lead conversations that are therapeutic in nature.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Phyllis Lonneman

Phyllis Lonneman

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have seen how lives can be affected in a negative manner by divorce, drugs, crimes, and health issues which include mental health issues.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaac Balduf

Isaac Balduf

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


I bring a comprehensive background in healthcare and social services, with experience spanning a wide range of specialties and care settings. My work has included oncology, dementia care and caregiver support, geriatric evaluation, and primary care coordination. I have also provided services in adult day programs, nursing homes, home health, emergency rooms, and programs supporting individuals experiencing homelessness or serious mental illness.

In addition, I have supported clients dealing with depression, anxiety, sleep issues, substance use, and grief, always with a focus on person-centered, compassionate care. My experience extends to the Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE), where I’ve helped older adults maintain their independence and quality of life. I also have strong supervisory experience and a commitment to promoting collaborative, holistic approaches to well-being.

Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
George Martinez

George Martinez

Psychologist

Virtual • Somerset, KY


“My approach integrates cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, and client-centered perspectives, allowing me to tailor each session and treatment plan to your unique needs, strengths, and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawn Lanham

Shawn Lanham

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


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.

Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Virgil Hayes

Virgil Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“You can expect to leave sessions with tools that help you create new patterns of thinking, doing and feeling.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 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
Shana Kench

Shana Kench

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe therapy should be a space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to grow—at your own pace and in your own way.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Boardman

Jacqueline Boardman

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have been in the field for more than 10 years, where I have had the privilege of assisting and supporting people from all walks of life as they heal and overcome life's struggles and stressors.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Donna Birney

Donna Birney

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I see therapy first and foremost as a relationship. I want to get to know you, meet you where you are today and help you get to where you want to be.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Marilyn Sails

Dr. Marilyn Sails

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I have dedicated my career to helping patients navigate grief, trauma, chronic illness, and end-of-life concerns with dignity and compassion.”
Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joshua Barnett

Joshua Barnett

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe the role of a therapist is to help the client identify skills and strengths that they may not be aware they have.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alifaire Sweeney

Alifaire Sweeney

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My communication style is one of openness and gentleness. I allow my clients to freely explore themselves while facilitating hope and creating an alliance built upon trust.”
Anxiety
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Cunningham

Christina Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Mitchell, KY


“I have a special passion for supporting individuals and families through the deeply personal experiences of infertility, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, and the emotional complexities of parenthood.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carol Baumgardner

Carol Baumgardner

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My work is grounded in a deep belief that every child deserves safety, stability, and the chance to thrive, and that every adult deserves compassionate, practical support in their healing process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shari Cassler

Shari Cassler

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in patterns that no longer seem to work? Whether you're navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, a major life transition, chronic health concerns, or simply feeling disconnected from yourself, you don't have to go through it alone.

For more than 20 years, I have had the privilege of walking alongside children, adolescents, and adults through some of life's most difficult seasons. My mission is simple: to restore hope, foster healing, and support meaningful personal growth. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered as we work toward the life you want to live.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Hull

Joseph Hull

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My style is direct, collaborative, and goal-oriented. Rather than simply telling you what to do, I work alongside you to develop a treatment plan that fits your needs, strengths, and goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Rush

Scott Rush

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe you are the expert in your own life, and therapy should help you feel more confident, more grounded, and more in control of where you want to go next.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ken Caselden

Ken Caselden

Therapist

Virtual • Owensboro, KY


“My goal is to help clients build self-awareness, strengthen self-trust, and develop practical tools that support lasting change so they may finally return, if not create altogether, a life they can call their own.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rainatou Salifu

Rainatou Salifu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kentucky


“I believe the best care starts with listening. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your individual needs.”
Anxiety
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Max Sturdivant

Max Sturdivant

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is warm, genuine, and solution-oriented. Together, we'll focus on what's bringing you to therapy, build on your strengths, and take practical steps toward the meaningful changes you want to see.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Angela Aaron

Dr. Angela Aaron

Psychologist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I am a guide. You are the expert on you. I can teach you lots of coping skills and tools to take on the many challenges life throws our way.”
Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ebonie Williams

Ebonie Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and empowering, creating a space where clients can openly explore challenges while developing practical tools that support lasting growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Epstein

Ashley Epstein

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“My approach is empowering, direct, and solution-oriented. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel supported, but also challenged to make meaningful changes.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Kennedy

Elizabeth Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I spend the first session trying to get to know the individual I am working with as much as possible.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Linda Russell

Linda Russell

Therapist

Virtual • Kentucky


“I'm a therapist who believes that healing happens when people feel seen, understood, and supported without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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About our therapists serving Kentucky

Number of therapists serving Kentucky
There are over 549 therapists in Kentucky accepting new patients.
549+
Average years in practice
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14 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 90%Stress management
  • 78%Trauma
  • 76%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 48%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%American Sign Language
  • 1%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 80%Woman
  • 19%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 48%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 7%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 24%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Mental Health Therapist in Kentucky

Searching for therapists in Kentucky starts with finding someone whose training and experience match what you want support with. Across the state, therapy needs and available therapists can vary between urban and rural areas, so it helps to narrow your search by concern, specialty, and care style. You might look for a therapist who works with anxiety, depression, ADHD, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. Provider bios can also show whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care.

Location and format also matter when comparing Kentucky therapists. If you live near Louisville, Lexington, Bowling Green, or a smaller community, you may want to decide whether in-person sessions, virtual sessions, or a mix of both fits your schedule best. You can also compare appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Reading profiles before you book can help you understand how a therapist describes their style, session structure, and areas of focus.

The cost of mental health care in Kentucky varies, but using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps make that process clearer by letting you enter your insurance details, view estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and find therapists who match your preferences. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, and you can confirm coverage for your location and plan as you search. Browse therapists in Kentucky, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

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