Ethan’s passion for people and a deep desire to alleviate suffering in all its forms led him to pursue a career in mental health counseling. Before entering the counseling field, Ethan gained experience working with individuals with brain injuries, at-risk teens, and in emergency medicine. These experiences gave him the opportunity to support people through a wide range of challenging and often vulnerable circumstances, further shaping his desire to help others navigate difficult seasons of life.

Ethan received his Master’s in Counseling from the University of Kentucky. He completed his internship at Mended, where he gained valuable clinical experience and continued developing his skills, and now joins our team as a therapist. Ethan is driven by the belief that everyone deserves support, understanding, and a space to feel heard as they navigate life’s challenges.

Ethan’s approach to helping clients heal draws from several evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Person-Centered Therapy. He is also trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), an evidence-based psychotherapy approach designed to help alleviate distress associated with traumatic experiences and memories. Additionally, Ethan has received specialized training as a Batterer Intervention Program (BIP) facilitator, further strengthening his ability to work with individuals around patterns of behavior, accountability, emotional regulation, and developing healthier approaches to relationships and conflict.

Ethan believes drawing from multiple therapeutic approaches allows him to meet clients where they are, address a variety of concerns, and empower them to create meaningful change in their lives. He finds great satisfaction in connecting with people and walking alongside them as they work through the issues that matter most to them.

What Ethan appreciates most about this work—and particularly about working within a trauma-informed environment—is the holistic nature of the care we provide. He values looking beyond symptoms to understand the whole person and the experiences that have shaped them, recognizing the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, behaviors, relationships, and life circumstances.

Outside of work, Ethan enjoys attending community events with friends, indulging his inner film and music geek, and spending time with his many fur children.