What is a Collective of Therapists?

Email Jennifer: jennifer@willowandash.org

I was born and raised in Owensboro, KY.  I earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology from Bellarmine University in 1998, a Master of Social Work from Spalding University in 2003, and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Spalding University in 2010. 

I am a member of the Neurodivergent community I view my neurodivergence as a superpower to be used for the good of all.  I love Marvel comics and find every opportunity to utilize comic book heroes and villains as metaphors for life, overcoming obstacles and encouraging transformative, and authentic embodiment.  

I have worked for The Center for Women and Families as a counselor for survivors of domestic violence and sexual harm, the Cabinet for Health and Family Services as a Social Services Clinician for youth in foster care, Day Spring as residential support professional for individuals with different abilities, the University of Louisville Hospital as their weekend social worker and Owensboro Health Regional Hospital as their weekend Emergency Department social worker and then as the ICU RN Case Manager.  I finally came home to my social work roots and began working at New Beginnings in 2016 as a therapist working with survivors of sexual harm. 

I am trained in the following psychotherapy modalities: 

• Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR),
• Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF CBT)
• Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)
• Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) 
• NeuroAffective Relational Model (NARM)
• NeurOptimal Neurofeedback
• Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAGALA Model)

I use Polyvagal Theory throughout all Psychotherapy modalities, as processing trauma becomes easier when the nervous system and body have found the benefits of regulation and resilience. 

I am passionate about educating communities about Trauma Stewardship and Polyvagal Theory and I have created trainings that will help our community learn about trauma and the ability to build resilience.  

I strive to live a life of compassion, kindness and empathy, through the lens of service.  I am committed to using my voice and actions to promote equality, justice, and human rights for all.  I believe that every person, regardless of their circumstance, deserves to be treated with dignity and respect.  I am particularly committed to uplifting the voices of marginalized communities, including the LGBTQ+ community, Neurodivergent community and Bodies of Culture communities. My life's work is to foster a world where compassion, empathy, and kindness prevail. 

I love spending time learning about cutting-edge treatments for trauma, being in nature, puttering in my backyard, resting, creating, innovating,  and teaching trauma informed Yoga classes in Owensboro KY.

I accept private pay and sliding scale fees for therapeutic services.  

Jennifer accepts the following insurances: Anthem BCBS, WellCare, Aetna, Cigna, OHRH Health Insurance and Quest Behavioral Health.  Jennifer is currently being credentialed with Spring Health EAP.  

If you are interested in Psychotherapy services, please call or text 270-925-5286 or email me.

Email Crystal:  crystalnewton02@icloud.com 

I have been treating clients with trauma for over 20 years. The treatment approaches have been ever changing and it's important that therapists know the most effective and successful therapy options available. 

I am highly trained and experienced in trauma treatment modalities and emotional and nervous system regulation. I truly believe that I cannot take you where I have not been. I have utilized all modalities that I offer in my own therapy with a therapist. It is important for anyone working in any helping field to receive regular mental health treatment.  I also have experience with therapist and caretaker burnout. 

What can you expect to take away from sessions with me? In our first session, we will spend some time learning about each other and discuss what goals you have decided on for therapy. Don't worry if your only goal is to feel better or you aren't sure what your goals will be. We will discuss this and decide in session. 

You can also expect a therapist that is sex positive and affirming of lifestyles outside of heteronormativity. 

My therapy practice strengths include offering unconditional positive regard, nervous system co- regulation during sessions and a non-judgmental, encouraging, space where you learn to create a felt sense of safety in sessions, for yourself and beyond. 

You are in the driver’s seat and you are a great driver! I just have some maps you might benefit from. Working at a nonprofit, rape crisis center since 1998 has given me an inside view on gender inequalities that effect women and their quality of life. I know that women often feel unheard and have been betrayed by the system. I will provide understanding and I believe you. This includes all victims of abuse and violence. Everyone should be able to make decisions about their own body. 

I am pro LGBTQIA, pro roe, pro Sex Worker, sex positive, and I continually work toward being anti-racist and I will do that work until the day I leave this earth.  However, my practice is not limited to women.  I have experience working with men, women and children.  Everyone deserves to have a safe space to explore who they are and who they want to be.
 

If you are interested in Psychotherapy services, please call or text 270-993-0167 or email me.

Email Allyson:   

AllysonKarn@outlook.com

Allyson Karn is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor (LCADC), with specialized training as a Certified Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Clinician and Certified Social Work Supervisor.  

She is a Remo Health Rhythms Trained Facilitator and a Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT-200) through the Yoga Alliance. 

Allyson is training her dog, Persephone, for Animal-Assisted Therapy. 

Allyson provides both telehealth and in office sessions.  

Allyson will be offering a short-term, trauma-informed movement and breath-work program, specifically designed to reduce mental health symptoms over the course of six weeks.  This group, starting in January 2025, will be available to individuals with Wellcare benefits on Tuesdays from 11 AM to noon.

Allyson is passionate about promoting self-care and raising awareness around compassion fatigue.  She helps clients develop essential coping skills such as setting boundaries, severing trauma bonds, breaking multi-generational cycles of dysfunction, and exercising personal power.  Through her career, she strives to create a safe space for individuals to identify their needs and enhance their overall well-being and ultimately assist in decreasing stress levels for a healthy mind and spirit.

Allyson accepts the following insurances:

• Aetna Better Health of Kentucky
• Aetna Better Help
• Ambetter/Centene
• KY Medicaid
• Medicare
• Wellcare

Allyson's private pay rates:

• $100 for intake paperwork and assessment
• $80 for individual psychotherapy sessions

You can contact Allyson by 

emailing her:

AllysonKarn@outlook.com

Starting in April of 2025 Charlie is joining our Willow & Ash collective of therapists! 

Charlie is a 7 year old Bearded Collie/Carin Terrier mix and he is all things love, cuddles and adorable.  

Charlie was rescued by the former Molly's Mutts in Dixon, Ky and was living with Jennifer's family until January of 2025, when he came to be a part of Jennifer's family.  

Charlie is in training to be Jennifer's service dog and therapy dog.  He is learning all of the words to help him help others.  

Charlie loves being outside in nature, cuddles, naps, treats, pets and people.  

Charlie is working on helping his nervous system become more regulated through the use of the Safe and Sound Protocol.

Charlie will soon be joining Yoga classes, therapy sessions, workshops and trainings.  

As always, he believes in consent and voice and choice, so if you aren't comfortable with dogs he understands and he will not be a part of your healing journey.  Stay tuned for more!