Dr. Brandon Olive

Compassionate psychologist using evidence-based methods

KY Psychologist 129242 Kentucky

Experience: 21 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Brandon

Dr. Brandon Olive is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Kentucky with 21 years of experience helping people navigate stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma, grief, depression, and a wide range of mood and behavioral concerns.

Background and approach

He emphasizes compassion and respect for each persons cultural background and beliefs, approaching care as a collaborative process that treats the individual as the expert on their own life. Dr.

Olive draws on evidence-informed strategies to support clearer planning, healthier thinking patterns, and more effective coping responses. Across many professional settings he has worked with people facing both common and complex problems, including severe symptoms that have required hospitalization and medication management, traumatic brain injury, and persistent mood symptoms.

That breadth of experience informs his clinical perspective and allows him to make thoughtful recommendations when counseling alone may not be sufficient. Prospective clients are invited to begin with an initial conversation to determine fit and to discuss goals, expectations, and the approaches that may best support forward progress.

Evidence-informed approaches for online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, panic, and insomnia; it uses structured techniques and practical exercises to build coping skills and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an accepting, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist offers empathy and supports the clients own capacity for growth; this approach can help with self-esteem, life transitions, and relationship concerns. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-focused method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation to change, which can be useful for substance use, lifestyle changes, and engagement in treatment.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Olive will discuss your needs, goals, and preferences and tailor a combination of methods to suit your situation rather than relying on a single technique. Together you can evaluate what works and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers flexibility for scheduling and lets clients connect from their own communities. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to fit sessions into busy lives while still engaging with licensed professionals who guide evidence-informed treatment.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does this therapist address?

Dr. Olive supports people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, LGBT issues, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, sleep problems, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and several related focus areas listed in his profile.

What is his general therapeutic style?

He works collaboratively and with compassion, viewing clients as experts on their own lives while applying research-supported strategies to help change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.

How much clinical experience does he offer?

He brings 21 years of experience working in a variety of settings with a broad spectrum of clinical concerns, including cases that involved hospitalization and medication management.

What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?

He is listed as KY Psychologist 129242 and practices in Kentucky.

Does he provide services in other languages or accept international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only, and he is not currently accepting international clients.

What session formats are available for working with him?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and needs.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps should I take to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapists availability to arrange an initial conversation.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

Drug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesGender dysphoriaMen's issuesMood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-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