Open Doors Counseling Center

02/24/2026

The self-love group is meeting again this evening at 5:30pm. We are meeting in-person at the Lexington office which is at 501 Darby Creek Road, Suite 39A, Lexington, KY 40509. You may also join virtually. Contact us for the link.

02/12/2026

Grace is now accepting appointments. Please contact the office if you would like to schedule with them.

Email: office@opendoorscounselingctr.com
Phone: (606) 776-6185

Grace will be working with ages 15+ and on issues related to Anxiety, Depression, Motivational Interviewing, LGBTQIA+ Affirming Care, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent Affirming Work, CBT-Informed Approaches, Person-Centered Approaches. Grace will be offering in-person or virtual sessions on Tuesday mornings and Sunday evenings. Grace is located at the Pikeville office.

"My name is Grace Yoder. I identify as q***r and nonbinary.
Pronouns: she/they

I’m excited to be joining Open Doors Counseling as a counseling intern. I’m a counselor-in-training from Appalachia, and I love hiking and spending time outdoors. I’m passionate about helping clients explore their identities, build resilience, and find their voice. I’m really looking forward to learning and growing with the team here!"

02/12/2026

Ryder is now accepting clients (bio below). Please contact our office if you would like to work with him.

Email: office@opendoorscounselingctr.com
Phone: (606) 776-6185

"My name is Ryder Taylor. Pronouns he/him. I identify as transgender and pansexual.

I am interning at ODCC to work towards completing my Masters Degree in Counseling. As a therapist intern, I will provide person-centered care with a focus on affirming and empowering individuals. I aim to create a safe and supportive environment, fostering growth and self-love. I believe in meeting clients where they are and collaborating together to empower clients in their life journey. I am passionate about working with neurodivergent, LGBTQ+, religious trauma, and anxiety issues. I am open to working with any age range, as well as any issues the client wants to explore. I come into sessions open-minded and ready to learn and grow alongside the client.

My current availability is Mondays 9am-7pm and Thursdays 9am-7pm. I am available for in-person or virtual sessions. I am located at the Lexington office.

Some background on me; I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Eastern Kentucky University and am currently pursuing a Masters Degree in Education in Counseling at Lindsey Wilson University. Along side working as a counseling intern, I also work as a Registered Behavior Technician implementing ABA therapy for children under the guidance of Board Certified Behavior Analyst's. Outside of educational/vocational interests, I enjoy playing video games, painting, and gardening."

02/11/2026

We had a successful first day for the self-love group at Open Doors Counseling Center this evening. I’m looking forward to witnessing the growth of each person attending or leading the group.

02/10/2026

Today is the day! The Self-Love group is back. Our students and staff are excited to see you today. They've also created a link for anyone who wants to join virtually. Please let me know if you'd like the link so I can send it to you. Feel free to reach out with any questions as well.

02/02/2026

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02/01/2026

01/30/2026

Great news! Our Self-Love group has returned! Starting February 10th, 2026, the group will be meeting weekly in-person at our Lexington office starting at 5:30pm. Our address is 501 Darby Creek Road, Suite 39A, Lexington, KY 40509. We've rearranged our space to have more room for groups.

This psychoeducational group will be led by students and staff who are passionate about helping people learn to love themselves so that they may live a happy, authentic life. Our students need hours and experience for school. Your participation will support them on their educational journey.

We use the Self-Love Rainbow Workbook for this group. You can find it on Amazon if you wish to follow along with your own copy of the workbook.

The group is free and open to the community. Whether you are new to the group or wanting to return, you are welcome here. If you are ready to love yourself more, in a healthy way, please join us!

01/28/2026

We are grateful to see our partners and supporters thriving. Let's celebrate their success!

Hope Hill Youth Services is coming back home! 🏡

After more than 65 years of serving youth in our community, our campus is reopening with an enhanced model designed for today's young people—featuring comprehensive wrap-around services and a certified, specially-trained staff.

As we prepare to welcome a new generation, we'd love to hear from YOU—our alumni, former residents, families, and everyone touched by Hope Hill over the decades. Your stories, memories, and experiences helped shape who we are and will guide us forward.

Share your Hope Hill story with us:

What did your time here mean to you?
How did Hope Hill impact your journey?
What advice would you give to youth starting their Hope Hill experience today?

Comment below, or DM. Your voice matters as we write the next chapter together.

Hope Hill Youth Services: Building futures since 1960 💙

01/26/2026

I hope you are staying safe and warm with the weather that we recently experienced (or are experiencing). Now could be a great time to practice some self-love and self-care. Nature often reminds us of what we need to know. Winter months can be challenging, especially for those who experience seasonal depression, grief or loss, or loneliness.

Remember that you don’t have to do everything at once. It’s okay to move slowly. It’s okay to ask for help. It’s okay to take a breath. Everyone is carrying something you can’t see. A little kindness, toward others and toward yourself, goes a long way.

At Open Doors Counseling Center, we believe community is built by showing up authentically, taking things one day at a time, and reminding each other that we are not alone.

Despite the challenges and stresses of the world, we remain committed to showing up and supporting our community and our clients. Please let us know if we can support you, too. Wherever today finds you, you are welcome here. 🫶