HELLO! My name is Linda Stark and I am a lifelong Louisville resident. After years of climbing the corporate ladder, my strong desire to help others and make a difference in the world led me to the decision to take a new path in life. I chose the field of social work and obtained a graduate degree in Social Work from the University of Louisville. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the State of Kentucky (LCSW3988). My clinical experiences include working in  community mental and behavioral health, inpatient mental and substance abuse treatment with adolescents and long term residential treatment for alcohol/drug dependent pregnant women and women with young children. Eventually I moved into private practice, working with adults, adolescents, and couples. I have experienced my own life challenges and I use those experiences in my role as a therapist.  I combine a variety of evidence-based therapeutic models specific to the individual client. My hope is that you will feel comfortable in a safe, non-judgemental setting to explore issues that have become overwhelming, and gain insight and a better understanding of the life challenges and day-to-day stressors that detract from your life and focus. I believe in walking with you, side by side, assisting you in taking the steps on a new path towards positive life changes, healing and a healthy mind.