Dr. Gina DeArth-Pendley

KY Psychologist 171875

Kentucky

Compassionate psychologist helping people take next steps

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At a glance

Credentials

KY Psychologist 171875

License

Psychologist, Kentucky / 171875

NPI

1922632215

Experience

22 years

Languages

English

Location

Kentucky

Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.

1. • Collaborative approach
   • Practical strategies
   • Respectful listening

   About Gina

   Dr. Gina DeArth-Pendley offers calm, practical support for people facing anxiety, stress, parenting strain, relationship struggle, or questions about identity. She speaks plainly and listens closely to help people find what matters to them. Dr. DeArth-Pendley helps clients set clear goals and take small, manageable steps toward change.

   She holds a doctorate from the University of Notre Dame and has practiced for 22 years. Her background includes work in outpatient and inpatient mental health settings, juvenile justice, and alternative schools across several states. This range has shaped a flexible approach that adapts to each person's life and needs.

   In sessions she focuses on active listening and a collaborative process. She uses client-centered methods to follow what matters most to the person in front of her. She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address patterns of thought and behavior, and Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how relationships affect feelings and choices.

   Practical tools and encouragement are part of her work. She offers concrete strategies when helpful, and supports clients through setbacks without judgment. Many people come for help with ADHD, depression, bipolar concerns, addictions, grief over life changes, and struggles with self-esteem.

   She has experience assisting those facing multicultural concerns, compassion fatigue, communication problems, and young adult issues. Sessions aim to leave people with clearer next steps and more confidence in handling life's challenges.

2. How her approaches translate to online work

   Dr. DeArth-Pendley blends Motivational Interviewing with Attachment-Based and Client-Centered methods to support change. Motivational Interviewing focuses on helping people find their own reasons to change and on building motivation one step at a time; it is often useful for issues like addictions, impulsivity, and making life changes. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how important relationships shape feelings and behavior, which can help with communication problems, relationship stress, and issues rooted in early bonds. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes listening and following the client's concerns so sessions reflect what matters most to the person.
   
   Finding the right approach is a joint process. She will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and past experiences to decide which methods to try first. That plan can shift as work proceeds, with the client and therapist checking in together about what helps.
   
   Confirm current session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier and fit into busy days by reducing travel and allowing more flexible timing. It can also let sessions focus on brief check-ins when needed, or longer work sessions when there is time for deeper exploration. Licensed professionals often use this flexibility to better match therapy to everyday life, while keeping the focus on practical steps and emotional insight.

4. Areas of expertise

   Primary focus

   Stress, AnxietySelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

   Also works with

   AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

   Additional focus areas

   Attachment issuesCommunication problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMulticultural concernsNarcissismSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

   Therapeutic approaches

   Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyGottman MethodJungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

   Experience

   22+ years

   Listed in

   Kentucky

   Languages

   English

5. Frequently asked questions

   What kinds of concerns does this therapist help with?

   She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar concerns, ADHD, addictions, relationship and parenting difficulties, and self-esteem problems.

   How would you describe her therapy style?

   Her style is collaborative and client-centered, with active listening and practical guidance. She aims to help people set goals and try manageable steps toward change.

   What is her professional background?

   She earned a doctorate from the University of Notre Dame and has 22 years of experience in outpatient and inpatient settings, juvenile justice, and alternative schools across several states.

   What credentials does she hold and where is she based?

   She is listed as KY Psychologist 171875 and practices in Kentucky.

   Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?

   Sessions are offered in English.

   Are international clients supported?

   International clients are not currently accepted.

   How are fees and payment handled?

   Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

   How do I begin working with her?

   Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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