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Sarah earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Northern Kentucky University in 2015 and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a Supervision Credential in Kentucky. She has experience working with individuals of all ages with a variety of backgrounds and diagnoses. Her focus is primarily with adolescents and adults who struggle with diagnoses such as (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and adjustment disorder. Sarah believes that individuals are experts of their own lives, and she works to create a safe space where they can explore their values, needs, and core beliefs in order to set goals for attaining better mental health. Sarah utilizes a person-centered approach while applying a variety of treatment modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). She is currently working on her certification for Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
Christina Dilley received her Masters of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services with a concentration in Art Therapy from the University of Louisville in 2019. Christina is currently a Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT) and National Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC). She provides individual therapy to young children, adolescents, and young adults. Christina has experience working with individuals with depression, anxiety, trauma, self-harm behavior, intellectual and developmental delays, and Autism Spectrum Disorder. Christina uses expressive therapy with a person-centered approach, and Christina often incorporates play techniques into her practice. Christina loves providing a safe space for her clients and building a strong therapeutic relationship to support her clients in learning new coping skills, expressions, and ways to empower themselves. Christina also loves painting, reading, video games, and spending time with her two cats.
Jo received her Master of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services with a concentration in Art Therapy from the University of Louisville in 2024 and currently practices as a Licensed Professional Art Therapist Associate (LPATA) under the supervision of Amy Sperber, M.Ed, ART-BC, LPAT-S, LPCC-S. Jo provides compassionate mental health counseling for adults and older adolescents, with a therapeutic focus on individuals who have experienced trauma, as well as those dealing with challenges related to grief, low self-esteem, mood disorders, eating disorders, substance use disorders, ADHD, and OCD. She aims to help others process their thoughts, emotions, and life experiences through a holistic and individualized blend of treatment strategies, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), solution-focused therapy, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. No matter where someone is on their journey, Jo believes in creating a safe, welcoming environment for clients to feel heard, seen, and understood and explore their authentic personhood through the healing potential of art.
Katelyn graduated from Northern Kentucky University with her Master's in social work and received her licensure to practice therapy (CSW) shortly after. Katelyn specializes in working with teens and adults. She is trained in Grief therapy, Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Trauma focused CBT. During your sessions you can expect to be met with compassion, empathy, and a place to be yourself, judgment-free. Katelyn uses unconditional positive regard and a client-centered approach to make your sessions what YOU want them to be. Katelyn is currently under the clinical supervision at HOPE Behavioral Health of Lori Mangan, LISW, LCSW-S.
Mickaela is a Certified Social Worker who earned a Bachelor of Social Work degree from Northern Kentucky University in December of 2017, as well as a Master of Social Work Degree from Campbellsville University in December of 2021. Mickaela successfully completed the Public Child Welfare Certification Program in 2020. Mickaela has experience providing clinical services to a variety of individuals, particularly adolescents, teenagers and young adults, in various settings within the community and in schools. Mickaela has training in trauma-informed care, Autism assessments, and utilizes a collaborative and compassionate approach to counseling to foster hope, healing and resilience. Mickaela advocates for and alongside clients daily to assist clients in meeting the goals they set forth for themselves. Mickaela is currently under the clinical supervision of Lori Mangan, LISW, LCSW-S.
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“I've learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.”
― Maya Angelou
Elizabeth received her Master of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services with a concentration in Art Therapy from the University of Louisville in 2024 and currently practices as a Licensed Professional Art Therapist Associate (LPATA) under the supervision of Amy Sperber, M.Ed, ART-BC, LPAT-S, LPCC-S. Elizabeth has hands on experience working with individuals of all ages, but has a focus on adolescents and adults. Elizabeth has worked with individuals on the Autism Spectrum, those diagnosed with Depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, eating disorders, substance use, and personality disorders. Elizabeth also has experience in working with those individuals who are undergoing grief, have experienced traumas, identity development, and low self-concept. Elizabeth’s goal when working with a client is to act a kind force in their clients lives in order for them to make positive changes in their lives, their outlook, and their thinking. Elizabeth approaches her sessions with a number of theoretical backgrounds, first and foremost being Person-Centered Therapy. The other approaches used by Elizabeth are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapies, Art Therapy based healing practices, as well as, Queer Informed and Trauma Informed therapy practices. Elizabeth wants any individual of any background to be able to feel safe and welcome in their therapeutic work to be themselves authentically in order to achieve healing and growth.
Christina is a graduate student at the University of Kentucky. She is working toward a Master of Social Work with a Clinical Social Work Certificate and is expected to graduate in May 2024. She is committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults build healthier relationships with themselves and others. She supports her clients in reaching their mental health goals by using therapeutic approaches that best fit their needs. Christina is interested in working with clients that struggle with Grief, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Self-Harm and ADHD. Christina is working under the clinical supervision of Lori Mangan, LISW, LCSW-S.
Amy earned her Master’s of Education in 1998 at Ohio University in Community Counseling. Additionally, Amy completed her Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) in Health Promotion and Education in 2013. Amy is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and holds a certification as a Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). Amy primarily works with youth and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and irritability and can assist in the management of intense emotions, such as anger. Amy also has training in assessing and treating eating disorders. Amy partners with clients so they may realize their own potential to reduce their unhealthy patterns of behavior, grow healthy relationships with others, and manage daily stressors. She provides evidence-based and patient-centered treatment approaches including dialectical behavioral and strength-based strategies to meet a client’s needs.
Jodi is a graduate student at Northern Kentucky University. She is working toward a Master of Social Work Degree with a micro-credential in Trauma Informed Care. She is expected to graduate in May 2024. Jodi is committed to helping children, adolescents, and adults build healthier relationships with themselves and others. She supports her clients in reaching their mental health goals by using therapeutic approaches that best fit their needs. Jodi has experience working in a supportive role with individuals who have been diagnosed with various mental disorders. Jodi is interested in working with clients in the therapeutic role that struggle with Eating Disorders, Grief, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Autism and ADHD. Jodi is currently under the supervision of Jayme Begley, LCSW.
Tabitha earned her Master’s of Education in Mental Health Counseling in 2011 from Lindsey Wilson College. She is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with a supervision credential (LPCC-S). Tabitha provides individual therapy with adolescents and adults. She works with people experiencing problems with anxiety, depression, stress management, and trouble with past traumas and problematic relationship and behavior patterns. Tabitha primarily works with diagnoses such as PTSD (including complex), Depression, Anxiety, and Bipolar Disorder. She works with clients on a holistic, whole person approach and will work to integrate things that are important to you into treatment to promote healthy relationships with yourself and others. Tabitha is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and is consistently seeking new training opportunities for trauma informed approaches and certification to add to her practice.
Michelle earned her Master’s in Social Work from Northern Kentucky University and is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW). Michelle provides mental health threapy services using Solution-Focused and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy techniques as well as incorporating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills. Michelle's services include treatment for youth, adolescent, and adult counseling with a specialty in Women's Counseling. Michelle has experience working with diagnoses such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Depression, Anxiety, and Adjustment Disorders. She believes in a strengths-based approach that is holistic, taking the whole individual and life experiences into consideration, to overcome personal obstacles and improve the client’s emotional and physical relationship with health.
Melissa earned her Master of Social Work degree in 2021 from the University of South Florida and is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Melissa provides therapy to children and adults, both individually and in family therapy. Melissa works with diagnoses such as PTSD, Depression, and Anxiety, Eating Disorders as well as matters related to core beliefs and self-worth. Melissa is skilled and experienced in working individually and in groups with those who struggle with Substance Use Disorders. She provides evidence-based treatment utilizing a holistic, person-centered approach to convey unconditional positive regard. Melissa employs cognitive behavioral therapy interventions and mindfulness techniques to work collaboratively with clients. Melissa values continuous improvement and consistently trains for new certifications to bring new treatment modalities to her therapeutic practice.
Zoe earned her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Antioch University and is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Kentucky. Her mental health therapy services in Northern Kentucky include working with children, adolescents, and adults through individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of settings. Zoe offers a holistic and collaborative process centered around each client's unique needs and goals. She utilizes a client centered approach incorporated with trauma-informed and culturally competent interventions to meet each client where they're at. As a Certified Yoga Instructor, Zoe also incorporates mindfulness practices into her work.
Sarah received their degree in Masters of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services with a concentration in Art Therapy from the University of Louisville in 2022. They currently practice as a Licensed Professional Art Therapist Associate (LPATA) and are under the supervision of Amy Sperber, M.Ed, ART-BC, LPAT-S, LPCC-S. Sarah provides mental health therapy with children, adolescents, and adults and with diagnoses/experiences including but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorders, ADHD, grief, and trauma. They utilize Art Therapy techniques in conjunction with LGBTQ affirming care, Person Centered, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) approaches to collaborate with clients in developing a treatment plan and interventions that best fit their needs. Sarah believes that utilizing the creative experience of art-making allows clients to communicate and process their emotions and experiences in a way that cannot be achieved with verbal communication alone.
Amy Sperber obtained her M.ED from University of Louisville in 2014, and has gained the following licenses: Kentucky- Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC), Kentucky Licensed Professional Art Therapist (LPAT), and National Board Certified Registered Art Therapist (ATR-BC). She provides individual and family therapy services and has group therapy experience. Amy has extensive trauma-informed care training, and uses a variety of expressive therapy techniques. She specializes with children and adolescents that struggle with Anxiety, Depression, and low self-esteem. Amy enjoys helping others learn how to express and manage their thoughts and emotions, learn new coping skills, and learn to love themselves. Amy loves being creative, all things dogs, gymnastics, and going on new adventures.
Maria completed her Master’s in Social Work from Northern Kentucky University in 2019 and is currently a licensed Certified Social Worker. Maria has experience working with adolescents and adults dealing with Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder and low self-esteem. Maria is bilingual and provides therapy for both Spanish-speaking therapy clients as well as English-speaking therapy clients. Maria provides evidence-based treatment modalities and uses solution-focused treatments, cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, and strengths based approaches. Maria treats many conditions including Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Eating Disorders and Adjustment Disorders.
Rebecca (Becky) graduated with her Master’s Degree from Northern Kentucky University. Her areas of study include trauma-informed care, LGBTQIA+ affirming studies, and substance use disorders. Rebecca uses a strengths-based approach and utilizes psychotherapy modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT). Rebecca provides individual and family therapy for adolescents and adults. Rebecca is a licensed CSW currently under the clinical supervision of Lori Mangan, LISW, LCSW-S.
Vanessa completed her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Kentucky in 2005. Vanessa works with all ages and provides individual therapy, couple's counseling, group therapy, and family therapy. Vanessa has training in assessing and treating Eating Disorders. She utilizes an eclectic therapeutic approach centered around the needs of the individual, couple, or family. Vanessa has experience working with a wide variety of behavioral health conditions including Anxiety, Depression, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, Bipolar Disorder , Schizophrenia, and Personality Disorders. Vanessa is certified in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and provides individual and group DBT sessions for both adults and adolescents.
Carly has her Master's of Education in Counseling and Personnel Services in Art Therapy from the University of Louisville and graduated in May 2023, and has her Associate Art Therapy license. Carly is currently under the supervision of Amy Sperber, M. Ed, ATR-BC, LPAT-S, LPCC-S and provides individual therapy services for children, adolescents, and adults. Carly works with diagnoses including Anxiety, Depression, Substance Use Disorder, and Adjustment Disorder. She utilizes art therapy, play therapy techniques, and a person-centered approach to help clients identify their strengths and give them the confidence and skills they need to work through their therapy treatment. Carly's approach with art therapy helps individuals shift their unconscious ideas into conscious thought to promote healthy processing in a safe space.
Jessica earned her Master of Education in Counseling Personal Services with a concentration in Art Therapy in 2023 from the University of Louisville. She currently practices as a Licensed Professional Art Therapist Associate (LPATA) and is under the supervision of Amy Sperber, M.Ed, ART-BC, LPAT-S, LPCC-S. Jessica provides therapy to children and adolescents individually and has experience in group-work. Jessica works with various diagnoses including but not limited to Anxiety, Depression, Adjustment Disorder, and low self-esteem. She utilizes a holistic, person-centered approach as well as art therapy and play therapy techniques to work with clients to achieve their goals. Jessica uses art to provide opportunities for creative self-expression and learning coping skills.
Jayme earned her Master’s in Social Work from Spalding University. Jayme is currently a licensed Certified Social Worker. Jayme has experience in both inpatient and outpatient hospital settings. Jayme provides services using evidence-based treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and uses a strengths-based approach while incorporating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy skills. If desired Jayme is able to provide a Christian Perspective. Jayme enjoys working with both children and adults with diagnoses and conditions including Depression, Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Bipolar disorder, life transitions, and the aftermath of trauma. Jayme has training in ASD and is able to provide family support. Jayme also has training in assessing and treating Eating Disorders. Jayme compassionately supports her clients on their paths to healing and renewed hope.
Jo is a student at Northern Kentucky University in their final year of the Master of Social Work with a double micro credential in Forensic Social Work and Trauma Informed Care. Jo earned their Bachelor's degree in English with a minor in Women and Gender Studies in 2012 from Ohio University. Jo enjoys working with all populations and wants to provide culturally appropriate support to every community. They have experience with diagnoses/ experiences including: Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment Disorder, PTSD, Schizophrenia, and Gender/ Sexual Identity. They are currently under the supervision of Jayme Begley, LCSW.
Courtney is a graduate student at the University of Kentucky. She is working towards her Masters of Counseling degree and is expected to graduate in December 2024. Courtney has five years of clinical mental health experience working as a Recreation Therapist and hopes to apply this expertise in her sessions. Courtney is committed to working with people of all ages. She supports clients in reaching their mental health goals by using therapeutic approaches that best fit their needs. Courtney is working under the supervision of Sarah Reyes.
Jenna is a graduate student at Indiana University working toward a Master of Social Work Degree. She is expected to graduate in August 2024. Jenna is committed to working with children and adolescents to help them form better relationships and reach their mental health goals. Jenna has experience working with individuals in an in-patient setting and has worked with children in a clinical setting. Jenna is interested in working with clients in a therapeutic role who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, and ADHD. Jenna is excited to be joining Hope Behavioral Health as an intern starting January 2024.
Rachel graduated with her Master’s in Social Work in 2017 from the University of Louisville. She is most passionate about working with kids and adolescents who have experienced trauma, struggling with grief/loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and low self-esteem. Rachel uses evidence-based treatment strategies including cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, dialectal behavioral therapy techniques, and strength-based approaches. She strongly believes the therapeutic relationship is essential to successful treatment and continually works to build strong rapport with her clients.
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