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Reba Pendleton

Reba Pendleton, LCSW

Kentucky

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Trauma

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in Kentucky
LCSW, licence 255037
Licensed in North Carolina
LCSW, licence C016821
NPI
1710596275
Experience
11 years
Languages
English
Location
Kentucky

These details come from information Reba 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

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and grief
  • CBT and narrative

About Reba

Reba Pendleton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky with 11 years of professional experience. She works with people who are coping with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, depression, and major life changes. Reba writes simply about practical help rather than labels, and she focuses on clear steps during sessions.

Sessions are conversational and goal-oriented. Reba uses a mix of methods to help people notice patterns, change unhelpful thoughts, and find small, doable shifts in daily life. She talks through options and helps people pick strategies that fit their circumstances and energy levels.

Her background includes more than a decade working in clinical social work in Kentucky. That experience has exposed her to a wide range of life stresses and emotional responses, so she draws on different approaches depending on the problem at hand. Her LCSW credential is noted as part of her professional identity.

Reba favors straightforward planning over jargon. Expect collaborative discussions about short-term goals and measurable steps. She also uses narrative techniques to help people reframe difficult memories and solution-focused techniques to identify next steps more quickly.

People who want practical tools for daily coping often find this style helpful. If readers want to proceed, they should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site's process to arrange an initial meeting.

BHow sessions work

How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions

Client-centered work focuses on listening and following the person's priorities. The therapist reflects what matters, helps clarify goals, and encourages the client's own problem-solving. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect; it provides practical exercises to test and change unhelpful patterns. Motivational Interviewing helps when someone feels stuck; it explores motivation and supports small, achievable changes.

Choosing the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Reba will collaborate with the client to decide which methods make sense based on the person's goals, current challenges, and daily routines. That collaborative process can be adjusted as progress is made or circumstances change.

The practical benefits of doing therapy remotely are about fitting sessions into life. Online sessions can make it easier to schedule meetings around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. They can also allow shorter check-ins when needed, or sessions without video if that helps someone stay focused. Confirm the exact session options offered before booking so arrangements match your needs.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Listed in

Kentucky, North Carolina

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is conversational and practical, using client-centered methods along with cognitive behavioral and solution-focused techniques.

How much experience does she have?

She has 11 years of professional work experience in clinical social work.

What credential and location are listed?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Kentucky.

Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats does she offer?

Please confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats.

How is cost handled?

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

How do I begin working with her?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the 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

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