Last edited 04/14/2026
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanWhiteAgnosticism, ChristianityLGBTQIA+Neurodivergent, Living with Autism, Living with ADHD, Living with a mental health disorder, Millennial
Get To Know Me
What was your path to becoming a therapist? What inspired you to choose this profession?
I have a lot of trauma from my childhood and when in college for my bachelor's degree all I wanted was to be able to help other children the way I wished someone had helped me when I was growing up. So, I started down a path to do just that. Having a passion for music I started as a music education major but quickly grew to not agree with my professors in the education department as I was told I wasn't there to support children, simply to educate them, so I started searching for another way to support children who had been through tough situations in life. I found Social Work, volunteered at Catholic Charities for the Diocese Bridging the Gap program and furthered my passion for helping people from children to people of all ages! While working at CPS I had many clients tell me they wished I could be their therapist because I just listened and understood where they were coming from more than what it appeared their therapist did, so it made me start to think and I eventually left the Cabinet and applied for my Master's program to gain my degree to pursue a clinical licensure where I could become a therapist.
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Specialties
Specializes in
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemSexuality Based IssuesBorderline Personality DisorderSocial AnxietyADHDAddictionAbuse/Survivors of abuseAdolescent mental healthAdoption & foster careAutism spectrum disorderChild mental healthCodependencyCommunication issuesLGBTQIA related issuesPanic attacks & panic disorderPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Neurodiversity
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesEclectic TherapyFamily Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyGestalt TherapyHumanistic TherapyInternal Family Systems TherapyNarrative TherapyPlay TherapyTrauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingEmotionally Focused TherapyNeurodiversity-AffirmingInterpersonal Psychotherapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyCouples CounselingIndividual TherapyChild Counseling
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Children (5-12)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaAnthemBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaHumanaMedicaidMolina HealthcareOptumWellcare
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $200 |
| Family Therapy: | $200 |
| Couples Counseling: | $200 |
| Individual Therapy: | $200 |
| Child Counseling: | $200 |
Professional Background
Licensure
Under Supervision: Amber Hainley, Associate Clinical Social Worker, 260139 is practicing under the supervision of Fonda Reis (Kentucky, LCSW, 255657) at Cultivate BHE.
Please, note: A clinician listed as being “clinically supervised” is completing clinical hours toward their licensure. They have one or more fully licensed clinical supervisors that often have special training. They consult with their supervisor(s) on all of their cases.
Education
Campbellsville University, Master of Social Work, Clinical Area of Focus, 2024
Eastern Kentucky University, Bachelor of Science, Social Work, 2019 — I also completed the Public Child Welfare Certification Program while completing my bachelor's in social work.
Work HistoryAfter getting my bachelors degree in Social Work from EKU I worked for three years with the Cabinet for Health and Family Services Child Protection Division. I had a passion for helping families heal and return back to each other with positive coping mechanisms to handle any curveballs life may throw at them. Through this I was told on multiple occasions by clients and families that they wish I could be their therapist, so I set out to do just that! I went and got my Master's degree in Social Work from Campbellsville University and passed my CSW licensure exam in February 2025. I had over 700 hours of clinical practice during my master's program, started working at an intensive outpatient and outpatient behavioral health and rehabilitation facility. I worked there for half a year before joining Cultivate BHE in Lexington, KY (which is where I'm located now). I work with clients from all walks of life and love every second of my job. The old saying "If you love what you do, you'll never work a day in your life," rings very true for me! I thoroughly enjoy working with children, LGBTQIA+ population, and individuals.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Amber Hainley, ASW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Amber Hainley accepting new clients?
Yes, Amber Hainley is accepting new clients for online therapy in and in-person appointments at 2387 Professional Heights Drive, Lexington, KY, 40503.
Does Amber Hainley accept insurance?
Yes, Amber Hainley accepts insurance, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Humana, Medicaid, Molina Healthcare, Optum and Wellcare.
What types of therapy does Amber Hainley offer?
Amber Hainley offers therapy for children, couples, families and individuals.
Does Amber Hainley offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Amber Hainley offers in-person appointments at 2387 Professional Heights Drive, Lexington, KY, 40503.
Does Amber Hainley offer online therapy?
Yes, Amber Hainley offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Kentucky.
How quickly can I see Amber Hainley?
Amber Hainley typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Amber Hainley speak?
Amber Hainley conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Amber Hainley online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Amber Hainley online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.