Trauma and PTSD therapists in Louisville, KY
Find experienced trauma and PTSD therapists in Louisville, Kentucky who provide testing, evidence-based treatment for trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder, and related challenges such as anxiety, depression, and stress. Compare detailed therapist profiles and connect with a provider that’s right for you.
PTSD/Trauma
Amanda S. Vaught
Psychologist, PsyD
Trauma can haunt you for years and dictate how you should live your life. I focus on the impact of trauma which can result in PTSD, C-PTSD anxiety, depression, relationship problems, insecurity, and overthinking. I approach therapy from a trauma- informed lens with a light-hearted, genuine, and non-judgmental attitude. I provide a safe space for you to share that thing/event/story that is hard to talk about.
14 Years Experience
Online in Louisville, KY (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Dr. Carol H Paulson
Psychologist, PhD, LP, RN, APRN, DMin
EMDR and many tools to move through and recover from trauma
44 Years Experience
Online in Louisville, KY (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Julie Cochrane - Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) Therapist
Hypnotherapist, Clinical Hypnotherapist, RTT-T, Rewind Therapy Practitioner, Integration Coaching
Trauma sits in the body and the subconscious, not in the rational mind. For working with traumatic memories, I use the Rewind Technique, an evidence-informed, content-free approach that allows the nervous system to discharge the residue of a traumatic event without requiring you to relive it in detail. This pairs well with RTT for updating the beliefs that formed inside or after the event. If you have a formal PTSD diagnosis or are in active crisis, please work with a trauma-trained clinician as your primary support. I work alongside other providers and am happy to coordinate where appropriate.
6 Years Experience
Online in Louisville, KY (Online Only)
PTSD/Trauma
Joe Groninga
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) often creates very painful symptoms and is something for which I use a therapy called Prolonged Exposure (PE). In this therapy, we will revisit traumatic situations, process painful emotions, and change unhelpful beliefs about yourself and the world around you as a result of your trauma. People are often amazed at how quickly this treatment can work and by the very meaningful change that can result. For these reasons, this is one of my favorite treatments to provide.
21 Years Experience
Online in Louisville, KY
PTSD/Trauma
Open Pathways Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Trauma can continue to affect emotions, relationships, and daily life long after the event has passed. Using a trauma-informed approach and EMDR alongside other evidence-based therapies, I help clients safely process traumatic experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and build the skills needed to move forward with greater confidence and resilience.
4 Years Experience
Online in Louisville, KY
Louisville's therapy community is shaped by the city's dual identity as a major healthcare hub — anchored by the University of Louisville Health system, Norton Healthcare, and Baptist Health — and a culturally rich city with deep roots in bourbon, thoroughbred racing, and Southern Midwestern community values. The Muhammad Ali Center and the city's civil rights heritage sustain meaningful conversations about racial identity, community resilience, and systemic inequity in clinical work. The University of Louisville's department of psychological and brain sciences provides important training resources for the local therapy community. Louisville's positioning at the intersection of Appalachian influence, Southern tradition, and Midwestern pragmatism shapes a therapy culture where direct, accessible, and often spiritually informed approaches find the broadest acceptance.
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Louisville, KY Statistics
Trauma and PTSD therapists in Louisville, KY average 16 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (73%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
34%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 33% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 55% |
In Person and Online |
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| 45% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 73% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 28% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 27% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) |
| 25% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 69% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Senior |
| 38% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 29% | Military / Veterans |
| 24% | Black / African American |