Meet Kelly!
Age Groups: 13+
Service Location(s): Bowling Green & Telehealth
Specialties: Motivational Interviewing
Purpose Statement I was influenced to become a therapist through my own personal mental health as well as my friends and families battles with mental health. I want to serve as a safe place for each of my clients. I believe that everyone has the potential to live the life in which they want to live. As a therapist I feel that everyone’s experiences in life and what they take from it is determined by their perception of the event. I believe that everything in life has a reason behind it, even when we do not know what the reason is.
Unique Fact I have three cats each of them are named after food. Their names are Cheeto, Porkchop and Oatmeal.
Behind The Scenes I enjoy going on walks and spending time in nature. I try to explore new places as often as I am able to and have the chance to.
Client Success Story I worked in foster care and each time a kid would find out that they were going to be adopted was one of the most rewarding and fulfilling moments. Those kids had found their forever home and that is something that is so valuable to have been a part of that journey for those families.
Inspirational Quote “You don’t have to struggle in silence. You can be un-silent. You can live well with a mental health condition, as long as you open up to somebody about it.” -Demi Lovato
Meet Kelly!
Age Groups: 13+
Service Location(s): Bowling Green & Telehealth
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Meet Sam!
Age Groups: 5-18
Service Location(s): Glasgow, Bowling Green, Telehealth
Purpose Statement
For as long as I can remember, I have had a strong desire to help others. Initially, I went to college with the intention of pursuing a career in law enforcement, believing that solving crimes was how I would make a difference. However, my personal experience in my own therapy sessions changed my perspective and helped me in so many ways. It made me realize that being a therapist is not so different from being a detective. As therapists, we put on our metaphorical magnifying glasses and dive into the human psyche, trying to unravel the mysteries of people’s thoughts and feelings. It’s like solving a captivating puzzle, one session at a time. On top of that, human connection is beautiful! My favorite sessions are those where my client and I are both completely present in the moment. So, I chose to go into the mental health field for the messy, beautiful, heart-to-heart moments—the ones that remind us, that we’re all in this wild ride called life together!
Unique Fact
I don’t know that it’s unique, but I love my dogs! I have two, 13-year-old Claire, a black lab, and 4-year-old Honey, a border collie. I love attending concerts and listening to a wide range of music. My biggest triumph this year is having both my 10 and 13-year-old daughters list me as “cool mom” in their contacts, and I am 97% certain that it isn’t sarcasm.
Behind The Scenes
I love to bring silliness into sessions. Therapy sessions may have tears, but there is also laughter as the relationship between clients and myself develops. In therapy, clients should feel comfortable being themselves and experiencing intense emotions along with lightheartedness. The therapy room is a supportive and uplifting space that belongs to my client.
Client Success Story
A teenager who was experiencing multiple panic attacks per week came to me for help. After getting to know her, I discovered that she was struggling to connect with her body and was often lost in her racing thoughts. To help her, we worked on mindfulness techniques, did yoga, and used somatic techniques. Every week, she would tell me how she felt, and we would adjust our approach accordingly. While some techniques were more effective than others, we continued to build up her toolbox of coping skills and, gradually, her panic attacks became less frequent. Upon her discharge, she was only having one panic attack every 1-2 months. It was very rewarding to see her develop her strengths and become more emotionally stable. Although I provided her with guidance and suggestions, it was her hard work outside of our sessions that led to her transformation.
Inspirational Quote
“The most difficult thing is the decision to act; the rest is merely tenacity.” -Amelia Earhart
Meet Sam!
Age Groups: 5-18
Service Location(s): Glasgow, Bowling Green, Telehealth
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Meet Nicholas!
Age Groups: 3+
####Service Location(s):
Glasgow, Caverna, Telehealth
####Specialties:
Motivational Interviewing, SAF-T, and Skills System
####Purpose Statement
Since I was young I have had some kind of interest in mental health. Most of my passion for the field stems from the many conversions I had with my grandfather growing up. He himself planned on pursing mental health after retiring as a State Trouper (after retiring from the Army), however, because of health related issues, he only pursued a psychology degree to the associates level. I decided very young that I would follow his footsteps in the mental health field and never looked back.
Unique Fact
I love tinkering with audio/visual components, I sing in a local community choir, and I’m a sucker for anything science-fiction or horror
Behind The Scenes
I really enjoy doing emotional regulation work because it not only helps the client’s internal issues, but it can help them navigate the other people in their environment.
Client Success Story
I got a teenager to say more than “I don’t know” to me
Inspirational Quote
“Beware of all enterprises that require new clothes”
Meet Nicholas!
Age Groups: 3+
####Service Location(s):
Glasgow, Caverna, Telehealth
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Meet Kristen!
Age Groups: 12+
Service Location(s): Telehealth
Specialties: I have training in accelerated resolution therapy (ART). I have extensive experience and knowledge in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)
Purpose Statement
“I wanted to become a therapist after attending therapy myself, and I found it helped me tremendously through a difficult time in my life. For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a deep-seated passion for helping and caring for others. Even during my undergrad and grad school years, while I explored various jobs and fields, I always felt drawn to the idea of supporting people through their struggles and journeys.
It wasn’t until my internship in therapy that I truly felt validated in my career choice. As I began to see clients and listen to their stories, I knew I had found my calling. I found that cognitive behavioral therapy techniques resonated with me, but I also discovered the value of other modalities such as person-centered therapy and solution-focused approaches.
Now, as a therapist, I strive to create a safe and nurturing space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I believe in tailoring each therapy session to the unique needs and strengths of my clients, blending different techniques to support them on their path to healing and growth.”
Unique Fact
“I love dogs and have adopted several from the shelter. I like to write poetry. I enjoy listening to music— I love Prince, classic rock, and all different types of genres.”
Client Success Story
“I had a client who was experiencing daily debilitating panic attacks that were negatively affecting their quality of life. Using accelerated resolution therapy techniques targeting their anxiety, the client was able to get back to a normal level of functioning again and just do typical stress reduction and maintenance in therapy.”
Therapist Viewpoint
“One of my favorite therapeutic techniques to use in sessions comes from cognitive behavioral therapy– which is the idea that the way we think about something affects our feelings and behaviors. I like to help clients challenge “cognitive distortions” aka thinking errors that we all do as humans– such as imagining the worst case scenario, or engaging in all-or-nothing thinking. I find that once a client is able to re-frame their thinking errors, they have an immediate sense of relief and feel better.”
Inspirational Quote
“I hope you live a life you’re proud of. If you find that you are not, I hope you have the courage to start all over again.” -F. Scott Fitzgerald
Meet Kristen!
Age Groups: 12+
Service Location(s): Telehealth
Specialties: I have training...
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