Licensed clinical social worker recordKentucky
Niyabinghi Thomas, LCSW
Kentucky
Licensed clinical social worker - Anxiety and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Kentucky
- LCSW, licence 256489
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
- LCSW, licence CW023801
- NPI
- 1437803632
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Kentucky
These details come from information Niyabinghi supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
About Niyabinghi
Niyabinghi Thomas is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky with four years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem struggles, ADHD, and career-related stress. She also addresses complex areas like attachment issues, codependency, chronic illness and caregiver strain, and coping with major life changes.
Her style is direct and conversational. Sessions focus on practical steps and honest conversation. She listens for patterns that get in the way of daily functioning and helps clients try new ways of handling problems. Niyabinghi does not push change; she moves at a pace the client is comfortable with.
She draws on client-centered principles to keep the client’s goals central. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy tools are used to identify unhelpful thoughts and actions and to practice different responses. Solution-focused techniques help set short-term goals and track progress.
Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are added when they fit a client’s needs. These approaches support better emotional regulation and clearer decision making. Together they create a practical set of tools for managing mood, stress, and relationship patterns.
Niyabinghi has worked in settings that included psychotherapy and life coaching elements. Her work emphasizes clear steps, problem solving, and building skills that translate into everyday life. Prospective clients in Kentucky should confirm current session options and scheduling before booking.
Sessions are conducted in English. The therapist does not accept international clients at this time.
BHow sessions work
How Niyabinghi’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s goals and priorities. It means the therapist listens for what matters most and adapts conversation to those goals. This approach helps when someone needs coaching around relationships, self-esteem, or life decisions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It includes practical exercises to test unhelpful beliefs and try alternative behaviors. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, and managing mood symptoms.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. It can help with stress, anger, and symptoms of trauma when combined with other strategies.
Finding the right approach happens together. The therapist will discuss goals, past experiences, and what methods feel workable. She will recommend and try techniques collaboratively, adjusting based on how they land in real life.
Confirm the current session formats before booking since session delivery options are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten some check-ins, or allow sessions without needing travel time. Ask about specific scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire prior to a first session.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Kentucky, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Niyabinghi focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, grief, anger, self-esteem, ADHD, and career concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a conversational, direct approach that emphasizes practical steps and dialogue at the client’s pace.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker working in psychotherapy and life coaching roles.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers