K&G Counseling

Katy Whitley, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, (LPCC), was born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. Katy made Kentucky her home in 2020 and has been serving the Bowling Green community since then.

Katy has over 5 years of experience in the mental health field. Katy completed her Bachelor’s degree in psychology with minors in criminology and lifespan development from Middle Tennessee State University in 2009. She went on to earn a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University in 2015. Katy completed her internship with Davidson County Sheriff’s Office (DCSO) and was hired on as a treatment counselor. While employed by DCSO, Katy sought supervision and became a licensed alcohol and drug abuse counselor (LADAC).

Katy currently enjoys working with adults and older teens who struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, substance abuse, and relationship conflict. Katy is skilled in group work and has experience leading substance abuse groups and relationship groups.

Katy utilizes an empathetic, non-judgmental approach that fosters a strong therapeutic relationship with her clients. Katy is always looking for ways to better serve the community by identifying mental health trends and creating groups to provide extra support and show individuals that they do not have to navigate their healing journey on their own.

Katy’s primary therapeutic approaches include: Strengths-Based Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma Informed Care, and Motivational Interviewing.