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Maggie Lemley

Maggie Lemley, LPC, LPCC

Therapist in Kentucky · 15+ years of experience

Practical support for stress and anxiety

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About Maggie

Maggie Lemley is a licensed counselor who brings 15 years of practice to people facing stress and anxiety. She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and works from Kentucky. Her approach centers on helping people gain awareness, name what they feel, and find practical ways to reduce emotional suffering.

She aims for focused, efficient work that moves beyond temporary relief. Sessions invite honest conversation without judgment. She helps clients process emotions, build insight, and develop skills for daily life.

Maggie has a long history in public mental health and community services. Early roles included case management and intensive outpatient support, and she spent more than a decade working with people who have severe and persistent mental illness. That background informs how she thinks about safety, structure, and follow-through.

Her training includes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, along with workshops on couples communication, alternative lifestyles, and military culture. In recent years she has provided therapy for military service members and their families.

She keeps learning through annual trainings and conferences to stay current with evidence-based approaches. People who want direct feedback, clear strategies, and practical tools for coping with stress often find this helpful. To begin, follow the Start Therapy flow and schedule a time that fits your needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesAnger managementDepression

Also works with

Family conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Experience

15+ years

Credentials

Tennessee, Kentucky

Languages

English

Therapeutic Approaches and How They Work Online

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy helps people notice how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect. It includes practical steps to change unhelpful thoughts and to process painful memories in manageable ways. This approach can be useful for trauma, anxiety, and stress-related symptoms.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy emphasizes concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. People learn step-by-step tools to cope with strong emotions and improve relationships. This approach is often helpful for intense mood swings, anger, and interpersonal difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. That process may include trying different strategies and adjusting as progress is made.

Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and maintain momentum between appointments. It can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and help people keep continuity of care across locations. The original profile does not specify which session formats are used, so confirm current options before booking to make sure they fit your routine.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

Maggie works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and intimacy concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, eating and sleeping issues, parenting, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe her approach in sessions?

Her style is direct and practical, focusing on awareness, emotional processing, and skill-building. She aims to reduce emotional suffering efficiently while helping clients develop tools for everyday life.

What is her professional background?

She has 15 years of experience in mental health, including roles in case management, intensive outpatient teams, therapy, and assessment. She has worked extensively with people who have severe and persistent mental illness.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LPC and LPCC credentials and practices from Kentucky. The credentials shown are LPC and LPCC.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.

What session formats are offered?

The original profile does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the provider before booking.

How does payment and cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule a time based on therapist availability.

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