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KY Psychologist 129242

Dr. Brandon Olive, KY Psychologist 129242

  • Experience21 years
  • LocationKentucky
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Addictions
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Brandon

Dr. Brandon Olive is a licensed psychologist practicing in Kentucky with 21 years of clinical experience.

Background and approach

He focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma, ADHD, and a wide range of mood and adjustment concerns.

His work reflects a belief that compassion and respect for each person's cultural background and values are central to meaningful change, and he aims to collaborate with clients so they become active participants in shaping their lives. He draws on research-informed strategies to support clearer thinking, improved planning, and healthier reactions to difficult situations.

Over the course of his career Dr. Olive has worked in varied settings and with people experiencing both common and severe challenges, including prolonged grief, panic, traumatic brain injury, psychotic symptoms, and situations requiring hospitalization and medication management.

That background helps him offer practical recommendations alongside counseling when additional supports may be useful. Prospective clients are invited to an initial conversation to assess fit and set expectations honestly.

He emphasizes transparency in the therapeutic relationship and aims to tailor approaches to each person's strengths, needs, and goals.

Approaches That Translate to Online Care

Client-centered therapy places the person and their priorities at the heart of treatment, emphasizing empathy, listening, and collaboration to build a plan that fits the client's life and values. This approach is helpful for people seeking a respectful space to explore what matters most to them and to set personally meaningful goals.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) uses structured techniques to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering practical skills for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related concerns. CBT lends itself well to online formats because exercises, thought records, and behavioral experiments can be adapted for remote sessions.

Motivational Interviewing is a short-term, goal-focused method designed to strengthen motivation for change; it can be especially useful for substance use, ambivalence about treatment, or building readiness for new habits. In remote work this approach helps clarify values and supports stepwise progress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and the therapist will work collaboratively with each client to determine which methods fit best based on needs, goals, and personal preferences. This means techniques may be blended and adjusted over time as progress and priorities evolve.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging increases flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other responsibilities. These formats allow scheduled conversations and shorter check-ins, making it easier to maintain continuity of care and access evidence-informed methods from a distance while tailoring interaction styles to what works best for the client.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?
He supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, trauma, ADHD, and many mood and adjustment challenges. Additional focus areas include drug and alcohol addiction, traumatic brain injury, and post-traumatic stress.
How would he approach therapy with a new client?
His style is collaborative and client-centered, combining compassion with research-informed techniques to help clients identify goals and practical strategies for change.
What is his professional background?
He has 21 years of experience working across multiple settings and has treated a broad spectrum of problems, from everyday stress to severe symptoms requiring hospitalization and medication management.
What credentials and location are listed for this provider?
The clinician is listed as KY Psychologist 129242 and practices in Kentucky.
Can clients who speak other languages work with him?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability to arrange an initial conversation.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefDepression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaMen's issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

21+ years

Licensed

Kentucky

Languages

English

What Brandon can help with

Dr. Brandon Olive works with clients on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression.

Brandon works with major depression, anxiety, panic, and serious life adjustment.

How Brandon approaches therapy

Brandon's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Brandon is a KY Psychologist 129242 practicing in Kentucky, with 21 years of clinical experience.