- Trauma informed care
- Values-based work
- Practical coping skills
About Jennifer
Jennifer Hamilton is an LCSW based in Kentucky with 27 years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, and depression. She aims to create a respectful and compassionate space where people can begin to make meaningful changes.
Her approach is collaborative and curious. She works with each person to shape conversations and a plan that fit their needs and values. Faith can be included in sessions when clients want that to be part of care.
Jennifer uses a range of treatment styles to match different goals. She offers Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take action. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used to build stability and manage intense emotions. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is used for trauma-related work when appropriate.
Over nearly three decades she has supported people dealing with mood and personality concerns, post-traumatic stress, caregiver strain, codependency, communication problems, and issues tied to veteran and armed forces experiences. She also addresses forgiveness, guilt, and shame in ways that fit a person’s beliefs and pace.
In sessions she listens without judgment and helps clients set realistic steps forward. Her style emphasizes practical tools, steady support, and walking with each person as they try new ways of coping and living.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, clarify what matters most, and take small steps toward those values. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related struggles. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches practical skills for managing strong emotions, improving tolerance for distress, and sharpening communication. It can help with mood instability and relationship strain. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) addresses traumatic memories by pairing focused attention with guided processing to reduce distress related to past events.Finding the best approach is a team effort. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then recommend techniques or a blend of methods. Decisions about which methods to use are made together and can change as work proceeds.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session formats before booking since session options are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example shorter check-ins can be scheduled during lunch breaks, or remote sessions can save travel time. Licensed professionals can still teach coping skills, guide trauma-focused work, and practice behavioral exercises through remote appointments. Ask about the specific session options available when you complete the matching questionnaire so arrangements fit your daily routine.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
27+ years
Credentials
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, sleep problems, bipolar disorder, and depression. Additional focuses include caregiver stress, codependency, communication problems, and coping with natural or human-caused disaster.
What is her therapy style like?
Her style is collaborative and curious. She helps people set goals, learn skills, and try small changes while offering steady support.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 27 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That background includes work with mood disorders, personality concerns, and trauma-related issues.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds a Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential (LCSW) and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with this therapist?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.