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Licensed Psychological Associate
Dr. Renner completed her bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Mathematics, master’s degree in Clinical Psychology, and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at University of the Cumberlands. She completed a pre-doctoral internship at Counseling and Diagnostic Center. As a Licensed Psychological Associate, she provides therapeutic services for individuals and families with a wide range of mental concerns.
She also provides assessment services for individuals seeking diagnosis and recommendations for Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, Learning Disability, and other issues. Dr. Renner specializes in issues related to: anxiety, depression, Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder, adolescent behaviors, women’s issues, and stress management.
K. Joanah Renner, Ph.D.
Mental Health and
Chemical Dependency Counselor
Mr. Noyes began his counseling career working with adults struggling with substance use disorders in 2010, in an outpatient and intensive outpatient medication assisted treatment programs. He participated in a clinical trial to investigate the efficacy of an implantable medication delivery systems at that time. Mr. Noyes went on to develop and implement a new intensive outpatient and outpatient dual diagnosis treatment program for adolescents in the northern Kentucky area that were struggling with substance use and other mental health needs. Mr. Noyes went into private practice in 2016, to be able to continue this work and serve a more diverse population.
Mr. Noyes earned his Master of Arts in Clinical Counseling in 2013, with a concentration in alcohol and drug abuse counseling. His Master’s research project focused on the contributing factors to adolescent substance abuse and conversely the protective factors to prevent adolescents from using substances. Mr. Noyes achieved his independent Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and his Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor from the state of Kentucky in 2016.
Micah Noyes, LPCC, LCADC
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Marriage and Family Therapist
Years in Practice: Since 1988
Graduated University of Kentucky in 1988
Graduated Union Institute and University 1998
Specialties
Anxiety & Stress Management
Anxiety Disorder
Bereavement/Grief Counseling
Crisis Intervention
Health Related
Marriage/Family
Men's Issues
Occupational Issues
Parenting Issues
Post-Traumatic Stress
Stress Management
Sexual Addiction
Wellness/Positive Health
Treatment Modalities Used
Rational Emotive Therapy
Systemic Family Therapy
Dr. Thomas Noyes
Sydney Harvey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor- Supervisor
Pronouns: She/her
Ms. Sydney moved to Northern Kentucky in 2014 after completing her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Louisville. Sydney is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) working with children, adolescents, and young adults. She specializes in various mental health struggles, including trauma, abuse/neglect, changes within the family, anxiety, depression, and hyperactivity/impulsivity. She has skills working with children and adolescents who experience gender dysphoria, low self-esteem, adolescent behavior issues, the need for crisis intervention, adjustment disorders, adoption, and grief. Sydney utilizes different therapy styles including, but not limited to, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Play Therapy, and Family Therapy. Sydney is not here to pass judgment but to listen and help you find your voice. If you are struggling or have hesitation about therapy, come meet with Sydney. Together, we can explore, develop, and navigate ways to cope through the highs and lows of your life’s journey.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Pamela is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, independently licensed in the State of Kentucky, earning her Masters Degree at Northern Kentucky University. Her Master's research was based on childhood trauma and the healing effects of self-esteem and resilience. Pamela joined Counseling Diagnostic Center in 2021, after a background with Child Protective Services with the State of Kentucky and then in community mental health. Her passion is for strengthening self-esteem and mental wellness in children, adolescents and young adults. She uses Evidence Based practices in re to childhood trauma, academic underachievement, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem, enabling clients to utilize learned strategies and skills, to achieve their treatment goals. Pamela enables the client to address all aspects of daily function, including positive peer interactions, emotional, educational, and mental and physical health, based on their strengths and learned skills from treatment. Modalities used are CBT, DBT, Solution-based, Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Psychoeducation. Mindfulness techniques and self-care are stressed additionally, to achieve optimal mental wellness of the client.
Pamela empathetically and respectfully sees clients in the educational environment, and virtually, if indicated.
Pamela Dickerson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Valencia Dickerson, LPCC-S, a professional counselor. She has 8+ years of experience in professional counseling. She has worked with different specialties i.e. anxiety and depression in adult and children, grief in adult and children, behavioral issues in children, and addiction / substance abuse in adult and children. Valencia Dickerson earned a degree of a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor at Northern Kentucky University.
Valencia Only sees clients via Telehealth at this time.
Valencia Dickerson
Jennifer Reynolds
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Bio still to come…
Rachel Smithson
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor
Rachel Smithson is a LCSW and graduated from Northern Kentucky University with her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in social work. Rachel has been in the field serving individuals and families since 2011. Rachel started as a Targeted Case Manager and has grown her experience in working with clients in inpatient substance use treatment, foster care, school-based therapy, in home, community-based therapy and outpatient mental health services. Rachel also offers clinical supervision for Certified Social Workers (CSW) and has provided supervision for social work intern students.
Rachel has a passion for working with individuals to help them meet their greatest potential. She has a motivational outlook when it comes to working with individuals she is serving and supervising. Rachel provides services to older children, adolecents, and adults dealing with various mental health struggles, such as ADHD, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, parenting, adjustment or life transitions, etc. Rachel Utilizes CBT, Trauma focused therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness skills, DBT, strength-based therapy, and person-centered therapy practices.
