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Dr. Alexandra Hershberger, KY Psychologist 265972

Clinical health psychologist specializing in trauma and addictions
  • Trauma and addictions
  • Sleep and emotion regulation
  • Chronic pain and illness

About Dr. Alexandra Hershberger

Dr. Alexandra Hershberger is a licensed clinical psychologist in Kentucky (KY Psychologist 265972) who has spent five years providing therapy to adults. She uses evidence-based approaches and a listening-focused style to help people manage common and complex difficulties, while attending to mental, physical, and social aspects of wellbeing.

Her clinical training is in clinical health psychology, which supports her work at the intersection of mental health and medical conditions. This background informs her experience with clients facing chronic pain, gastrointestinal problems, high blood pressure or high cholesterol, obesity, diabetes, and liver disease, helping them address psychological factors that interact with physical health.

Dr. Hershberger’s therapeutic expertise includes treatment for substance use disorders (including tobacco), post-traumatic stress and trauma from childhood abuse, sexual abuse, and first responder or military experiences, as well as insomnia, emotion regulation, communication skills, anxiety, and depression. She also works with concerns such as abandonment, codependency, dissociation, divorce and separation, first responder issues, guilt and shame, impulsivity, isolation and loneliness, and alternative sexual cultures including BDSM and kink.

Trained to work with adults aged 18 and older, she has treated clients across the adult lifespan and brings a focus on practical skills and whole-person care. She is available to answer questions about her approach and is committed to supporting individuals as they pursue recovery and improved wellbeing.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyControl issuesDissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Sex addictionSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Dr. Alexandra Hershberger have?

Dr. Alexandra Hershberger has five years of experience providing therapy to adults.

Is Dr. Alexandra Hershberger a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is licensed as a psychologist in Kentucky, holding the credential KY Psychologist 265972.

In which languages does Dr. Alexandra Hershberger provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Dr. Alexandra Hershberger located?

She is located in Kentucky.

How can I work with Dr. Alexandra Hershberger as my therapist?

You can work with Dr. Alexandra Hershberger through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Dr. Alexandra Hershberger work with international clients?

Dr. Alexandra Hershberger does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Dr. Alexandra Hershberger cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

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One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can connect with a therapist in the way that fits their life best - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to maintain regular care while managing work, family, or health demands.

Licensed professionals provide online services, and clients can change therapists if they would prefer a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers a practical and effective option to access therapeutic support.

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