Therapist profile
Niyabinghi Thomas, LCSW
Kentucky
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Trauma
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- License
- LCSW, Kentucky / 256489; LCSW, Pennsylvania / CW023801
- NPI
- 1437803632
- Experience
- 4 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Kentucky
About
- CBT techniques
- Motivational interviewing
- Mindfulness skills
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, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, grief, intimacy issues, anger, self-esteem struggles, and life transitions.
She uses a conversational, client-centered style in sessions. Niyabinghi listens first and helps people name what feels most urgent. She avoids pushing change and moves at a pace the client can manage. Sessions mix practical strategies with questions that clarify values and goals.
Her practice draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for tracking thoughts and behaviors. She also uses Motivational Interviewing to explore readiness for change and Solution-Focused techniques to identify concrete next steps. Mindfulness-based methods are used to help with stress and grounding when needed.
Niyabinghi has worked with people managing ADHD, bipolar mood issues, attachment concerns, codependency patterns, and caregiver stress. She also supports those coping with chronic illness or pain and people recovering from traumatic experiences. Her approach emphasizes short-term tools alongside deeper work when clients want that.
People can expect clear conversations about goals, straightforward behavioral experiments, and brief skill-building between sessions. Niyabinghi describes therapy as collaborative and practical. She helps clients track progress and adjust plans as goals evolve.
How sessions work
How her approaches work in remote sessions
Client-Centered Therapy means the therapist focuses on listening closely and following the client's lead. It helps when someone needs a calm, nonjudgmental space to sort through what matters and decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses small experiments to test new behaviors and coping skills. Mindfulness Therapy introduces simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and manage stress.Choosing an approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try a few techniques, and adjust methods based on the client's needs, goals, and preferences. Progress is measured by practical changes and shifts in how daily situations are handled.
Session formats are not specified in the supplied biography, so confirm current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, reduce travel, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Many people find that practicing CBT exercises or mindfulness skills between sessions helps apply what was discussed to everyday life.
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Therapeutic approaches
Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Kentucky, Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, and related concerns such as codependency and attachment issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practices a client-centered approach that emphasizes listening and collaboration, using practical tools from CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused work.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has four years of professional experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she licensed and based?
She holds LCSW credentials in Kentucky and practices there.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the US work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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