Dr. David C. Maynard

12/05/2025

Today, Lex18 reported men over age 45 are lonelier than women. I'm not surprised. Loneliness leads to anxiety and depression, and that's why I provide Radically Open DBT. You don't have to be lonely, anxious, and depressed any more. Let me know how I can help!

Loneliness is increasing among adults 45 and older, with new research from AARP revealing a concerning upward trend that's reshaping how we understand social isolation across age groups.

06/30/2025

Therapy conferences must be boring, right? Not the RO DBT Conference! It's always great to learn with these folks - and laugh! Erica had apologized for touching my "bum" to which I quickly said no worries, I actually thought it was Tom (the RO DBT treatment developer). 🤣 I'm grateful for what everyone brought this year, and I'm grateful for my supervisor, Dr. Sophie Rushbrook. This is my professional family, and this family is all about you being connected to tribe!

11/05/2024

I'm teaching the Doctoral in Psychology Students at Eastern Kentucky University on the Radically Open DBT Skills. Link in comments for information on how to join.

Photo by Kenny Eliason on Unsplash

04/30/2024

Stop overthinking everything. Here's how.

A silent battle is being fought. Depression is a growing concern that affects countless individuals and families. This mental health condition often manifests through overthinking, leading to a cycle of negative thoughts that can be difficult to stop. Many times, it doesn't seem coping strategies al...

02/01/2024

I am thrilled to announce a valuable addition to our team! 🎉 Please join me in welcoming Katy Miles, our new professional counselor specializing in supporting adults dealing with anxiety, depression, and trauma.

Katy is committed to providing the highest quality care. Katy and I believe that everyone deserves a compassionate and understanding ally on their path to mental well-being.

Katy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to our practice, with a passion for helping individuals navigate their mental health journey towards healing and resilience. With a client-centered approach, she strives to create a space that is safe, supportive, and effective for personal growth and achieving your goals.

🌈 Services offered by Katy include:
✨ Individual Counseling for Anxiety and Depression
✨ Trauma-Informed Therapy
✨ Stress Management Techniques
✨ Goal-oriented Interventions

If you or someone you know is seeking support, please don't hesitate to reach out to schedule an appointment with Katy. I look forward to the positive impact she will undoubtedly bring to Kentucky.

I guide you to find the “What?” and the “Now what?” to the problems you face. My clients learn to overcome anxiety, depression, social challenges, reach their true potential, and experience new joy and connectedness.

01/01/2022

04/29/2020

Tips to keep your mental health in check as Kentucky re-opens

While we are following the guidelines from the health professionals, one Lexington based counselor says the masks could be anxiety inducing for some.