Forgiveness therapists in Pikeville, Kentucky KY
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Forgiveness
Dr. Brittany Jacobson
Psychologist, PhD, CST
You may feel stuck between holding on to hurt and wondering how to let go. I offer a supportive space to process these experiences at your own pace, without forcing forgiveness before you’re ready. Together, we focus on healing, finding closure with the past, and moving forward with more peace.
10 Years Experience
Online in Pikeville, KY Kentucky
Forgiveness
Dr. Michael J. Lee
Psychologist
I help individuals approach forgiveness with care—honoring both what was hurt and what must be protected. The work is depth-informed and collaborative: we study what is happening above and beneath the surface, give language to injury and accountability, and translate that clarity into workable steps. The aim is durable change—less bitterness and self-criticism, more freedom and choice, and relationships that can repair with trust and self-respect intact.
9 Years Experience
Online in Pikeville, KY Kentucky
Forgiveness
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with adults who are carrying pain, anger, guilt, or unfinished emotional business from relationships that have been complicated or hurtful, including their relationship with themselves. Forgiveness is often misunderstood as excusing harm, minimizing what happened, or reconciling with someone who hurt you. In reality, many people come to therapy because they want relief from the internal weight of what happened and from the way they speak to themselves about it, not because they want to repair the relationship or “move on” before they are ready. You may feel torn between what you think you are supposed to feel and what you actually feel, or caught between loyalty, resentment, grief, and self‑protection. You might also feel stuck in self‑blame, replaying past choices and wishing you had done things differently.
People often seek this kind of work after emotional abuse, betrayal, estrangement, family conflict, or long histories of being the one who absorbs more than their share. These experiences can leave you questioning your reactions, doubting your worth, or feeling responsible for keeping the peace even when it costs you. Over time, the pressure to forgive, from others or from yourself, can create even more confusion, shame, and exhaustion.
In our work together, forgiveness is not a requirement or a destination. I am open to whatever feels most honest and supportive for you, whether that eventually includes forgiveness or not. The focus is on self‑forgiveness and inner relief. We explore what happened with clarity and compassion, how it has shaped your sense of self, and what you have been carrying alone. We make space for the parts of you that still feel hurt, protective, angry, or loyal, and the parts that long for softness and rest. The intention is to help you find a steadier, kinder way of relating to your own story, one that feels honest, grounded, and not dictated by pressure from others. If forgiveness, toward yourself or someone else, becomes part of that process, it can emerge naturally from understanding and self‑respect, not obligation.
26 Years Experience
Online in Pikeville, KY Kentucky
Forgiveness
Grace in the Shadows
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MDiv, MA, NCMHC, ALMHC, VALMHC, SCMHC, FLMHC, KYMHC, IDMHC
I approach forgiveness as a central aspect of healing, drawing upon psychological insights and Christian teachings. Recognizing forgiveness as a transformative and freeing process, I integrate biblical principles on forgiveness, love, and grace into therapy sessions. Emphasizing the example of Christ's forgiveness, I encourage clients to explore their faith and find strength in extending forgiveness to others and themselves. The therapeutic process may involve prayer, scriptural reflection, and discussions on the importance of forgiveness in the Christian journey. I guide individuals in understanding the relational and emotional benefits of forgiveness while addressing any barriers that may hinder the process. This integrative approach seeks to help clients navigate the complexities of forgiveness, fostering emotional healing and reconciliation within the framework of their Christian beliefs.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pikeville, KY Kentucky (Online Only)
Forgiveness
Dr. Heidi Anderson Sauder
Psychologist, PhD, CGT, CST
Forgiveness in relationships is deeply personal, and there is no one-size-fits-all definition of what it should look like. In Gottman Method couples therapy, partners are supported in exploring the meaning of forgiveness within the context of their own experiences, values, boundaries, and relationship goals. Therapy provides space to process hurt, rebuild emotional safety, and strengthen trust without pressure to move faster than feels authentic or "sweep things under the rug." Whether couples are working through betrayal, repeated conflict, or emotional wounds, the focus is on fostering understanding, taking responsibility, making amends, healing, and intentional reconnection in a way that is meaningful and lasting.
25 Years Experience
Online in Pikeville, KY Kentucky
Forgiveness therapists in Pikeville, Kentucky Statistics
Forgiveness therapists in Pikeville, Kentucky average 16 years of experience and charge around $217 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (64%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (37%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (34%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$217
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
37%
Gender ID
| 54% |
Female |
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| 44% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 64% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 32% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 31% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 31% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 31% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 76% | Young Adult |
| 58% | Senior |
| 44% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 63% | Women |
| 53% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 41% | Christian |
| 41% | Military / Veterans |