LOUISVILLE SEMINARY COUNSELING CENTER

Louisville Seminary Counseling Center (LSCC) provides quality, compassionate therapy services for individuals and families in a private, welcoming setting, as part of our nationally distinguished Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy (MAMFT) program. LSCC MAMFT students are supervised by AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidates.*

We offer a supportive environment for individuals to discuss therapeutic concerns. Common issues addressed in counseling include:

  • Feelings of Sadness
  • Self-Esteem Issues
  • Spiritual Concerns
  • Struggles with Decision Making
  • Healthy Relationships
  • Anxiety
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Issues
  • LGBTQ Challenges
  • Traumatic Experiences
  • High and Low Moods
  • Grief and Loss
  • Family Concerns
  • Anger Management
  • Self-Harm and Suicidal Thoughts

Therapy Services Include: Individual Counseling, Family Therapy, Couple's Therapy, and Children's Therapy.
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Counseling Services

*LSCC MAMFT Students are Supervised by the Following Approved Supervisors, Fall 2025:

Emily Schwartz Crouch - MDiv, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Danielle Chase - LMFT, CST, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Briania Davis - LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Kent Hicks - Ph.D., AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Sheri Puckett - LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Rebecca Street - LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Amy Travis - LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Barry Winstead - MDiv, LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor
Benjamin Wilson - LMFT, AAMFT Approved Supervisor Candidate
Tiaka Wise - LMFT, Approved Supervisor Candidate

HOURS / LOCATION / PARKING

COUNSELING CENTER HOURS

MONDAY: Noon-8:00pm
TUESDAY-THURSDAY: 8am-8pm
FRIDAY: 8am-3pm
SATURDAY: 8am-2pm
SUNDAY: Close

We are closed whenever the Louisville Seminary campus is closed due to weather or scheduled holiday. Call (502) 894-2293 for questions about hours and location.

COUNSELING CENTER LOCATION

LSCC is located on the scenic campus of Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary.

Louisville Seminary Counseling Center Nelson Hall, Lower Level 1044 Alta Vista Road Louisville, KY 40205 Contact: (502) 894-2293

The campus is easy to find by exiting at Grinstead Drive off I-64. Take Grinstead Drive to Lexington Road, turn left. Follow Lexington Road to Alta Vista Road, turn right. Proceed 1/2 mile to Louisville Seminary (on your right). The Counseling Center is located in the lower level of Nelson Hall. Parking near the entrance is available at the end of Chapel Valley Road.

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PARKING AND ENTRY

When arriving by car, please park behind Nelson Hall and enter the building through the exterior glass doors. The Counseling Center waiting room will be immediately to your right. Have a seat, and someone will be with you shortly before your appointment time.

HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBILITY

If you need assistance with entry to Nelson Hall, there are two options.

Option 1: Park on Chapel Valley Road to the left of Nelson Hall before going down the hill. You can enter the building and proceed down the hall, through the glass doors, and enter the waiting room at the end of the hallway to your left.

Option 2: For those arriving by TARC 3, you will be dropped off in the circular driveway in front of Nelson Hall, which will be to the left of Caldwell Chapel. The handicapped-accessible entry is the second entrance on your left. An elevator is located on the southwest side of the hallway. Look for directional signs in the building to guide you

FEES / CANCELLATIONS

COST OF COUNSELING SESSIONS

  • The initial session fee for all clients is $20
  • After your initial session, a per-session fee will be established with your individual therapist
  • Fees range from $10-$65 per 50-minute session (our cost model is a sliding fee scale based upon income and ability to pay)
  • Financial assistance is available on an as-needed basis (if you believe you need this assistance, please discuss with your therapist at any time)

CANCELLATION OF APPOINTMENTS

We ask that you give 24-hour notice for any cancellation of appointments. We understand that there are times when this is not possible due to illness or emergency. Any missed appointments or failure to cancel in a timely manner (absent illness or emergency) will result in a usual session fee charge. For those receiving financial assistance, the minimum $10 session fee will be charged.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS / RESOURCES

How do I make an appointment?

Call and leave a message for the Intake Coordinator. Your call will be returned within 24-48 hours, at which point you will be asked for your phone number and email address. Your name and information will then be provided to the LSCC Clinical Director, who will assign a therapy student to your case. The student will reach out to you to schedule an appointment.

How long is a counseling session?

Counseling sessions last for 50 minutes.

Can I bring a family member or friend with me to my counseling session?

You are welcome to bring a family member or friend with you to your counseling session. LSCC encourages you to have whomever is most helpful to you or to invite anyone whose knowledge and support will be of assistance in resolving your area of concern. Please let your therapist know in advance when you are planning to have someone accompany you in session.

Is there an additional fee for bringing someone into session with me?

No, the fee you establish with your therapist will include whomever accompanies you in therapy.

If my financial situation changes, what should I do?

If you need to adjust the counseling fee you established with your therapist, please notify them as soon as possible. If you have been receiving financial assistance and are no longer in need of the help, please let your therapist know so that others can be offered this help.

Does LSCC accept health insurance benefits?

LSCC does not accept health insurance. Our counseling center accepts fees for service on a sliding scale for counseling services.

Does LSCC provide counseling services to those of non-Christian faith traditions?

Yes, LSCC welcomes all faith traditions, as well as those who do not profess a spiritual or religious connection in their lives.

Does LSCC welcome the LGBTQ community to counseling services?

Yes, counseling services are available to all.

If I am concerned about a friend or family member, what should I do?

You would be welcome to discuss our services with your friend or family member. You can also encourage them to seek help from us or from somewhere else they trust. And you can offer to accompany them to their first or subsequent counseling sessions.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Louisville Seminary Counseling Center is here to help, and there are other important resources that we want you make available to you.

If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or are in crisis, please contact:

HOPE NOW CRISIS LINE: (502)- 589-4313
NATIONAL SUICIDE PREVENTION LINE: (800) 273-TALK (8255)
UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL EMERGENCY PSYCHIATRY: (502) 562-3129

Community Resources (PDF)