Patsy Tivitt-Moore , LCSW

Patsy Tivitt-Moore is a licensed therapist practicing in Kentucky who supports people through complex life transitions, mental health concerns, and intentional personal growth. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and brings a compassionate, affirming approach to work with individuals exploring self-love, identity, and emotional well-being.

Patsy has developed focused expertise in addressing anxiety, depression, social challenges, and questions about life purpose. Her practice is particularly attuned to the needs of LGBTQ+ individuals and young adults, and she also supports those dealing with workplace stress, relationship dynamics, and broader personal transformation.

Her therapeutic style centers on understanding, respect, and a collaborative process. Patsy partners with people to create personalized strategies for managing stress, increasing self-confidence, and making meaningful life changes. Whether someone is facing social anxiety, examining personal identity, or navigating a major life transition, she offers steady, empathetic professional guidance aimed at helping clients move forward with clarity and intention.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Patsy draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to guide her online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and take committed action even when difficult thoughts and feelings are present - it can be useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a nonjudgmental, empathetic therapeutic relationship where the therapist listens deeply and supports the client's own process of discovery - this approach often helps with identity exploration, self-esteem, and emotional healing. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and developing practical skills to shift them - it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, and coping with challenging situations.

Finding the right approach is part of the work, and Patsy treats that as a collaborative process. She and the client explore goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful, adjusting methods as therapy progresses to fit each individual's needs.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, which allows for flexibility in how and when people engage in therapy. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when life is unpredictable, while still providing structured, therapist-led support from licensed professionals.