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Online therapist

Lacey Payne

Compassionate, practical support for families

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
4 years
Licensed in
Indiana, Kentucky
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Lacey

Lacey Payne is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who uses evidence-based methods to help people untangle stressful and painful moments. She combines practical tools and straightforward conversation to address anxiety, depression, and addictions. Lacey also focuses on relationship and family concerns, parenting stresses, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, and ADHD-related struggles.

Sessions are offered in English and are conducted online in several formats to fit different needs. With four years of clinical experience, Lacey draws on concrete skills and a respectful, strengths-based outlook.

Background and approach

She treats each person as the expert on their life and looks for what already works. Therapy typically includes clear steps to try between meetings, so progress is visible and practical. Lacey works with parents and families to improve communication and reduce everyday friction.

She also addresses individual concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. Conversations aim to make problems feel more manageable and to restore a sense of control. Her approach is collaborative.

Lacey helps clients set realistic goals and chooses tools that fit their situation. She emphasizes kindness toward oneself during change and recovery. Lacey practices as LCSW in Kentucky and holds licensure details for KY LCSW 257180 and IN LCSW 34009385A.

The therapy model she uses adapts to each person’s pace and life demands. If someone is ready to begin, she guides them through next steps toward support.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit family life

Evidence-based techniques are used to make change feel manageable. One common approach focuses on practical skills to reduce anxiety and stress. It teaches breathing, planning, and simple behavioral steps that help people regain control day to day. Another approach centers on improving communication and problem solving within family relationships. It shows how small changes in how people talk and set boundaries can ease conflict and improve cooperation.

Finding the right approach happens together. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, needs, and what has worked before. Then she tailors techniques and adjusts them over time so therapy stays useful and realistic for daily family life.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy families. Video calls let people connect face to face from home. Phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging provide options for shorter check-ins or for those who prefer typing. These formats help fit therapy into schedules and make it easier to keep progress moving forward.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Lacey address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, grief, parenting, anger, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
What is her therapy style like?
The style is practical and collaborative. Sessions focus on clear steps, building on strengths, and choosing approaches that fit daily life.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional clinical experience working in behavioral health settings.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure KY LCSW 257180 and IN LCSW 34009385A, practicing from Kentucky.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Which session formats are available?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
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 therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
4 years
Licensed
Indiana, Kentucky
Languages
English

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