Louisville Therapists specializing in Adolescent Issues

Geneva Drane

I provide treatment of counseling to diverse populations and adolescents is one I focus on and the family as a unit. My preferred approach is Internal Family Systems Therapy, a technique developed by Richard ‘Dick’ Schwartz. It mirrors many aspects of my work; it is strength based and empowering. “All parts are welcome”

Susan Bione

Laura Barclay

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who thinks systemically, interpersonally and individually about issues my clients face. I want you to have the space to process and also have concrete tools to decrease symptoms of anxiety and depression. As an ordained minister, I have experience engaging with spiritual issues, especially when people have been harmed or excluded by churches, including LGBTQ people & women. I am trained in Levels 1 & 2 of Gottman Relationship Therapy and enjoy helping people in relationships to better communicate for greater relationship satisfaction.

Ashlee Colville

Helping children to learn how to manage their emotions is an important part of their development. If will affect the way they respond to stressful situations throughout their lives. It starts with us setting an example. Is your child struggling with managing his/her emotions and are you at a loss for what to do? If so, I can help!

Geneva Drane

I provide treatment of counseling to diverse populations and adolescents is one I focus on and the family as a unit. My preferred approach is Internal Family Systems Therapy, a technique developed by Richard ‘Dick’ Schwartz. It mirrors many aspects of my work; it is strength based and empowering. “All parts are welcome”

Laura Smith

I have been a social worker for over 20 years, licensed in Kentucky and Indiana. I start wherever you are and we work from there. We will go over your personal history, figure out what is working, what is not and decide where we need to go next.

Shemika Whiteside

I received a Master of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville (Louisville, KY) and a Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies with a minor in African-American Studies from the University of Illinois (Springfield, IL). I've worked with small children, adolescents, families, and adults. I will not ask you to do anything I wouldn’t do. I’m laid-back and I do not give up easily on those I serve. I am a natural optimist and assess all positives. Knowing what happened to you is important and necessary, but I don’t believe there’s something wrong with you. If you can't believe this for yourself yet, I'll believe it for you until you do.

Kayla Renteria

I have been practicing therapy since 2014. During my time as a therapist, I've had the opportunity to work in substance abuse, foster care, in-home services, community mental health, and private practice. My approach to therapy is to walk alongside you as we explore the areas in which you would like to grow, and to provide you with tools and skills to reach your goals. Currently, I am specializing in helping clients of all backgrounds to overcome the effects of trauma. I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitzation and reprocessing therapy), a treatment model endorsed by the American Psychiatric Association, the World Health Organization, and the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies. EMDR is an effective and efficient method for treating trauma, anxiety, and depression. No matter your presenting concerns, we'll work together to create goals that you feel are realistic and manageable for you.

Tomeika S. (Leavell) Reeves

I hold a BA in Sociology and Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) both from the University of Louisville. I obtained my Clinical License in Social Work in the state of Virginia in 2012, and in the state of Kentucky in 2017. I also hold LCSW licensure in Indiana, as of 2021. In addition, I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and trained in EMDR. I am a member of the Kentucky Society for Clinical Social Work, Association for Clinical Social Workers, National Association for Social Workers and received an Advanced Psychotherapy Certification from Wayne Institute in 2019. My professional background has afforded me a myriad of clinical experience across multiple settings all with the focus of offering supporting within areas of relationships, grief and loss, anxiety, depression and trauma, to name a few. It is necessary to lean in and leavell up to meet the changes and challenges we may encounter. Together, let’s strive for more in an effort to be our full and authentic

Gail Bibb

I am a psychotherapist specializing in trauma-focused treatments for adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe that most people who walk into the therapist's office have difficulties that are rooted in trauma. Most traumatic experiences happen in the context of a relationship and can also be healed in the context of a safe therapeutic relationship. Our trauma often plays out in our life through struggles with emotional eating, substance abuse, or self-harm as way to cope intolerable feelings; difficulty in intimate relationships; persistent self doubt; or overwhelming somatic feelings. When we heal our traumatic wounds, we begin to experience our self and the world in a different way. Individuals or Couples that have early childhood trauma sometimes 'reenact' their lived experiences and unprocessed feelings in the dynamic. Fears of abandonment and the common push-pull dance are ways these early wounds play out in relationships.

Gail Bibb

I am a psychotherapist specializing in trauma-focused treatments for adolescents, adults, and couples. I believe that most people who walk into the therapist's office have difficulties that are rooted in trauma. Most traumatic experiences happen in the context of a relationship and can also be healed in the context of a safe therapeutic relationship. Our trauma often plays out in our life through struggles with emotional eating, substance abuse, or self-harm as way to cope intolerable feelings; difficulty in intimate relationships; persistent self doubt; or overwhelming somatic feelings. When we heal our traumatic wounds, we begin to experience our self and the world in a different way. Individuals or Couples that have early childhood trauma sometimes 'reenact' their lived experiences and unprocessed feelings in the dynamic. Fears of abandonment and the common push-pull dance are ways these early wounds play out in relationships.

Shawn Oak

Collaborating with a therapist who can provide insight, guidance, and tools to uncover and develop your strengths can be the transformative factor you need. You deserve to live a happier, more satisfying life but unless you take the first step to solve your problems, they will never go away. If you are an individual, couple, or pod desiring to open your relationship or there is a need to address challenges encountered in a consensual non-monogamous relationship, I have the experience to help you navigate both. I am an experienced provider of services for individuals, couples, and families experiencing emotional, behavioral and relational issues (infidelity grief isolation life-transition stress) including alternative lifestyles (poly/open). I bring compassion and unconditional acceptance to our sessions, fostering a safe, understanding environment for exploration.

JoAnne S. Morris

Drawing from Narrative Therapy, Family Systems, Transactional Analysis, Attachment Theory and the Gottman method, my intent is to help clients find their voice, a sense of their own power, an expanded meaning and spirituality, and relational/emotional/spiritual healing that can lead toward a greater wholeness than they may have ever known. I am skilled in helping couples move to a place of couple alignment and co-author a healthy and hopeful future narrative. I am passionate about working with the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.

Glenda Alea

As a certified PCIT therapist, I provide families with behavior management skills to enhance parent-child interactions, improve compliance and reduce disruptive behaviors. I am also certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) helping individuals overcome specific traumas and to cope with past events.

Marjorie Tauzer

Have you been preoccupied with worry or find it difficult to find meaning in your life or relationships? You are not alone. I offer a safe, compassionate environment with an integrative approach to join you in your journey towards healing and change. Life can be difficult at times and I would be honored to support and guide you through these challenges to create a healthier, happier you. I use evidence-based research as well as a person-centered approach to prioritize your motivations and strengths and create lasting change. I look forward to working together.

Tony Sheppard

Adolescence is a time of opportunity and growth for people. I enjoy supporting and helping adolescents find themselves as they navigate life.

Matt Grammer

With more than 100 providers in the KCC network, we have the professional you need to help today.

Danielle Jennings

I see therapy as a collaborative process. While my approaches may differ from person to person. I work to keep a strength-based perspective while assisting and collaborating with the client to identify goals to work towards then strategizing a plan to maintain upon discharge. I see myself as the person to help you build and learn new skills to work towards meeting your goal(s) and assist you with identifying and working through barriers that may be keeping you from meeting and/or moving towards your personal growth.

Glenda Alea

As a certified PCIT therapist, I provide families with behavior management skills to enhance parent-child interactions, improve compliance and reduce disruptive behaviors. I am also certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) helping individuals overcome specific traumas and to cope with past events.

Amanda Gullett

I use an eclectic/integrative counseling style; I work from a variety of therapy approaches (compassion, validation, and authenticity) and techniques to meet the specific needs of each individual.