Open Doors Counseling Center

08/26/2025

It is time to announce our latest great news! Tonya Stephens is our psychiatric nurse practitioner on staff. She has recently finished a certification program to be able to provide Gender Affirming Hormone Treatment. She provides telehealth sessions and in-person sessions. She is located in our Lexington, KY office. She is now accepting appointments for people who are seeking gender affirming medication. I am including her Psychology Today profile for more information. Please check it out!

Important: Tonya is in high demand so please schedule quickly if you are interested in receiving medication management services with us.

Contact Info:
office@opendoorscounselingctr.com
(606) 776-6185

*** We are in between admin staff so please be patient if you reach out. We are doing our best to provide the highest quality of care to you. ***

Tonya Rey Stephens, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, Lexington, KY, 40509, (859) 710-1341, I foster a safe place for people who identify as LGBTQ+, allies, and people who are seeking behavioral health services. I aspire to help you experience holistic wellness. I will work with you without absolutely...

08/23/2025

08/07/2025

A celebratory message from our parent company, Caritas Care Solutions! The founder of Open Doors Counseling Center has entered innovative, groundbreaking territory once again by becoming one of the few Certified Financial Therapists nationwide. This certification allows our department, and organization as a whole, to take a more holistic approach to healing and wellness.

We are delighted to celebrate Kyle May, LPCC-S, as a newly certified Certified Financial Therapist™ (CFT™)! With this prestigious credential, Kyle joins fewer than 100 professionals nationwide, highlighting his dedication to advancing mental health and financial wellness. As Chief Clinical Officer at Caritas Care Solutions, Kyle’s expertise in serving diverse and underserved populations exemplifies the holistic approach that the CFT™ designation embodies. This achievement uniquely positions our organization to partner with corporations, small businesses and fellow nonprofits, offering specialized financial trainings, supervision, and consulting services rooted in financial therapy. Congratulations, Kyle, on this remarkable milestone and for truly elevating the impact and reach of our work in transforming lives and fostering greater financial and emotional well-being!

07/26/2025

We at Open Doors Counseling Center and Caritas Care Solutions are excited to welcome Hope Hill Youth Services to the team! Together, we are innovating and making groundbreaking decisions that align with our shared visions. These collaborative partnerships will preserve our futures so that we may continue to help as many people as possible. Our work saves lives, therefore, it is crucial for us to stay open even during these challenging times.

It blows my mind how excited people have been to come together and work with us. As a reminder, ODCC's core values have always been Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence. We are leaning into our core value of diversity by welcoming so many people with shared visions to the table. The conversations that we have been having give me hope for the future.

A New Era of Care at Hope Hill! ✨ Caritas Care Solutions & Hope Hill Youth Services are teaming up to deliver comprehensive, wrap-around behavioral health services to individuals of ALL AGES! 💪 Outpatient, in-home & a revitalized youth residential campus.

07/14/2025

~~~ IMMEDIATE OPENINGS ~~~

Hello everyone! We are fortunate enough to have a new student join us on our team. Savannah is currently accepting clients. She is scheduling in-person and virtual sessions. She is located at our Lexington Office at 501 Darby Creek Road, Suite 39A, Lexington, KY 40509. She is available for outpatient therapy appointments on Tuesdays from 9am until 5pm (minus her lunch break). She is open and willing to work with any ages. She is passionate about working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and LGTBQ+ issues. She remains open to learning and is willing to work with a ride range of clients and issues.

"My name is Savannah Koeller. I identify as bisexual.
Pronouns: she/her

I am interning at ODCC to work towards completing my Masters Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of the Cumberlands! As a therapist intern, I will provide a person-centered, trauma-informed care with a focus on affirming and empowering individuals. I believe in creating a space where clients feel heard, respected, and explore who they are without fear of judgement. I value curiosity and collaboration by meeting clients where they are and honoring their experiences."

We bring on students so that we may provide services to clients who may need free or reduced prices. If you would like to schedule an appointment with Savannah, please contact us at (606) 776-6185 or office@opendoorscounselingctr.com.

For more information:
https://opendoorscounselingctr.com/

07/09/2025

An announcement from Acadia Counseling (see below)! Free resource.

"Our *awesome* Intern student is hosting a support/psychoed group for parents/loved ones of Trans People starting later this month! One hour/week for 5 weeks - FREE & 100% virtual! See flyer for contact info or email ariana@acadiacounseling.com"

07/01/2025

Disability Pride Month isn’t just identity—it’s a demand for access, inclusion, and rights. With 1 in 4 people living with disability, today or someday it touches us all. Access is a right. Inclusion is a must. Pride & joy are power.

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07/01/2025

Great news! We are in need of a licensed therapist. Candidates are required to be licensed in the state of KY (independently licensed preferred). This position is hybrid (in-person and telehealth). Apply now!

Please send your resume and questions to admin@caritascares.org for further inquiry.

06/28/2025

It was great being able to visit my hometown of Pikeville, KY today and to be part of the Q&A for this play. The advice I left the audience with was short, sweet, and to the point - “Share your story!”