Business Details
24 Years
experience
Your Trusted Mental Health Counseling Partner in Lexington, KY
Creative Counseling has been dedicated to empowering individuals through personalized mental health care since 2002. Our approach combines traditional therapy techniques with creative strategies tailored to each client's unique needs. With over 20 years of experience in Central Kentucky, we specialize in trauma-informed care, utilizing evidence-based methods such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address depression, anxiety, PTSD, and other mental health challenges. Our founder, Tricia Hite, brings extensive expertise as a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Certified Trauma Professional, having worked with diverse populations including survivors of trauma, individuals navigating gender identity development, and those managing chronic pain.We prioritize client-centered care, fostering environments of compassion and understanding where all parts of an individual are honored. Our services extend beyond individual counseling to include organizational trauma-informed training for schools and workplaces, reflecting our commitment to broader community impact. We maintain rigorous professional standards through continuous education in research-backed methodologies while emphasizing intuitive, empathetic healing. Our practice is built on the principle that no two clients are the same, ensuring each therapeutic journey is uniquely crafted to align with the client's worldview and goals.
Services
EMDR Therapy
Depression Counseling
Anxiety Treatment
Gender-Affirming Therapy
Trauma Recovery
Career Counseling
Chronic Pain Management
Unhealthy Relationships Counseling
PTSD Treatment
Internal Family Systems Therapy
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of trauma-informed counseling experience in Central Kentucky
- Our founder is a Certified Trauma Professional with specialized training in IFS and EMDR
- We combine evidence-based methods with personalized, client-centered approaches
- We provide organizational trauma-informed training for schools and workplaces
- Sliding scale options available for accessible mental health care
Associations and certifications
- International Association of Trauma Professionals
Services
EMDR Therapy
EMDR therapy helps process traumatic memories using bilateral stimulation techniques. This evidence-based approach effectively treats PTSD, anxiety, and disturbing memories by reprocessing neurological pathways. Our certified practitioners use thera-tappers to facilitate healing from traumatic experiences.
Gender-Affirming Therapy
Specialized counseling supports individuals exploring gender identity development. We provide affirming care to help clients achieve congruence between their identity and lived experience. Our approach focuses on validation, self-worth, and navigating transition-related challenges.
Internal Family Systems
IFS therapy helps clients discover and heal internal 'parts' through Self leadership. This transformative approach addresses trauma by unburdening parts from negative beliefs. We guide clients to develop internal harmony and access innate healing qualities.
Career Counseling
Career counseling aligns vocational paths with personal values and strengths. We help clients navigate career transitions through 3-6 focused sessions. Our approach addresses work-life balance and prevents mental health issues from career misalignment.
Chronic Pain Management
Specialized therapy addresses the mental health aspects of chronic pain. We teach relaxation techniques and mindfulness to reduce pain perception. Our approach complements medical treatment through psychological coping strategies and stress reduction.
People
Tricia Hite
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Tricia Hite, MA, LPCC, has over 20 years of experience in mental health counseling. Specializing in trauma recovery, she combines IFS, EMDR, and creative therapies to help clients achieve emotional healing. Certified by the International Association of Trauma Professionals, she provides both individual counseling and organizational trauma-informed training.
Questions
What therapeutic approaches do you use?
We use evidence-based methods including Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, CBT, and trauma-informed care tailored to each client's needs.
Do you accept insurance?
We currently do not accept insurance but offer sliding scale options for accessible care.
What mental health issues do you treat?
We specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, chronic pain, unhealthy relationships, and gender-affirming care.
Are evening appointments available?
Yes, we offer appointments on Sundays and Wednesday evenings to accommodate client schedules.
Do you provide organizational training?
Yes, we offer trauma-informed training for schools and organizations in three formats: presentations, workshops, and series.
