Trudy Buckman

Trudy Buckman is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Kentucky who combines veteran experience with long-standing clinical work. A US Air Force veteran (1980-1984), she has focused much of her career on supporting veterans - especially those who served in combat zones or experienced sexual trauma in the military - and their families. She has been licensed since 2007 and chose to continue offering care after retiring during the pandemic.

Her background includes extensive hospice work spanning 14 years, where she provided compassionate support to people who were dying and to the bereaved across a range of ages. She also spent nearly two years working in a private psychiatrist’s office, assisting people managing ADHD, anxiety, depression, and personality influences that affect daily functioning.

Clinically, Trudy uses methods grounded in cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused approaches and holds certification in Cognitive Processing Therapy. She also brings art and play therapy into sessions when appropriate, tailoring her approach to what works best for each person. Her style is client-centered and non-judgmental, aimed at building strong rapport that supports therapeutic growth.

As a Christian, Trudy is comfortable integrating faith into counseling when clients wish, while remaining respectful of other beliefs or none. She values the place of humor in therapy and looks forward to learning what brings a person joy. Prospective clients are invited to connect with her to explore ways to improve or resolve the concerns affecting their daily lives.