Anika Gooch is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and trained in a wide variety of therapeutic modalities. She earned a Bachelors. in Psychology from Centre College, which is ranked 46th in the 2019 edition of the Best National Liberal Arts Colleges. She received her Master’s in Science of Social Work from the University of Louisville, where she was a member of The Honor Society of Phi Kappa Phi.

Anika has received training in Trauma Systems Theory, Motivational Interviewing, Family Based Therapy, Dialectal Behavioral Therapy, Shame-Based Treatments, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She implements current evidence-based practices and literature in her practice with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, ADHD, eating disorders, LGBTQIA+, trauma, PTSD, phobias, ODD, and personality disorders.

Anika believes one of the bravest things you can do is begin to understand your own story. You deserve a life worth living! Whether a parent looking for a therapist to work with your child/teenager or an adult struggling to find their purpose in life, you have the ability to become the best version of yourself. Anika would help you discover your strengths & develop a confidence in your abilities to better understand your emotions and make life more meaningful. Anika strives to create a safe and supportive environment to support healing for you and your family.

Anika’s therapeutic style is described as client-centered, strength-based, and relationship-focused. She focuses on the importance of meeting the client where they are and helping them foster healthy relationships to assist them in meeting their personal life goals.

Anika enjoys practicing yoga, photography, and hiking in her free time.