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Dr. Cynthia Hanson, KY Psychologist 129217
Kentucky
Dr. Cynthia Hanson - Psychologist, mood and behavior concerns
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- DBT skills and mindfulness
- Substance use work
About Cynthia
Dr. Cynthia Hanson is a doctoral-level psychologist licensed in Kentucky with 35 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, relationship strain, anger, self-esteem problems, bipolar mood concerns, and major life changes. Sessions are conducted in English and focus on practical steps to feel and function better.
Her primary method is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which looks at how thoughts and actions keep problems going and tests simpler, more helpful ways of responding. She also draws on client-centered work and dialectical behavior therapy skills when useful. That means sessions mix structured tools with listening and problem-solving to address present-day difficulties.
Dr. Hanson has worked across many settings over her career and is familiar with addiction, workplace issues, gender dysphoria, post-traumatic stress, self-harm, and women's issues. She avoids labeling and focuses on what a person can change now to improve daily life. This often includes short behavioral experiments, thought records, and skill practice between sessions.
Her approach is collaborative: she gathers background information but emphasizes clear, actionable goals for the here-and-now. People can expect to set priorities together and learn specific skills to manage symptoms and cope with stressful situations. The format and pacing are adjusted to fit individual needs.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire is completed and a first session is scheduled. Dr. Hanson holds the credential KY Psychologist 129217 and practices in Kentucky.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. Hanson commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to name and test unhelpful thoughts, break down problems into manageable steps, and assign short practice tasks that can be done between sessions. CBT is practical for anxiety, depression, mood swings, and many stress-related concerns.She also uses Client-Centered Therapy to listen closely and help people set their own goals. This approach focuses on the person's perspective and priorities rather than the therapist directing each step. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness through concrete exercises and step-by-step skill practice.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will review goals, try tools, and adjust methods based on how the client responds. That collaborative process helps identify whether CBT exercises, skill coaching, or a mix of methods is most useful.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, allow short check-ins when needed, and let people practice skills in their usual settings. The focus is on practical techniques, agreed goals, and using real-life moments for learning rather than lengthy theory.
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Experience
35+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and related mood or relationship problems.
How does she use CBT in sessions?
CBT is used to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, try alternative responses, and practice skills between sessions.
What is her experience background?
She is a doctoral-level psychologist with 35 years of clinical experience across a wide range of concerns.
What credential and location are listed?
She is listed as KY Psychologist 129217 and practices in Kentucky.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her practice?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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