Meet Our Compassionate Team
At Salt River Mental Health, we're more than just therapists; we're a family dedicated to providing compassionate and trustworthy support. Get to know the faces behind our care and discover how our team's unique blend of expertise and heart creates a welcoming environment for your journey to well-being.
Feel Comfortable and Accepted
Our goal is to make you feel comfortable, accepted, and like part of our family from the moment you walk through our doors. We strive to create a trusting and supportive environment where you can find the understanding and resources you need. Dixie, our therapy dog, is always ready to offer a comforting presence and a warm welcome.
What Makes Us Special
What sets Salt River Mental Health apart? Our friendly and collaborative team works together to make therapy inviting and effective.We believe in a family approach and create a supportive atmosphere that helps in the healing process. And, of course, there's Dixie, our amazing therapy dog, who brings comfort and patience to everyone she meets.
Our Values and Qualities
We are a team of highly trained professionals with extensive knowledge and capabilities. Our passion lies in working with families and children from all backgrounds, providing support in a variety of ways. We value compassion, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering the highest quality of care to every individual we serve.
Meet Our Founder: Angie Arbaugh
Mary “Angie” Arbaugh, MSc, MA, LMFT, LBA, BCBA
Angie Arbaugh is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Licensed and Board-Certified Behavior Analyst in Kentucky. She earned her Master of Arts in Applied Behavior Analysis from Spalding University in August 2011 and completed her Master of Science in Counseling from Campbellsville University that same year. She also holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Spalding University, graduating Magna Cum Laude and receiving the Sister Agnus Lucile Raley Service Award.
Angie is an approved supervisor for the Kentucky LMFT Board, an AAMFT Supervisor Candidate, and a board-approved Applied Behavior Analysis supervisor. She provides supervision for Marriage and Family Therapy associates as well as ABA students and trainees pursuing professional licensure.
A member of the PSI CHI National Honor Society in Psychology, Angie specializes in behavior disorders and developmental disabilities, using a family-centered approach to treatment. She also works with individuals experiencing depression, PTSD, and anxiety-related disorders.
In January 2013, Angie founded Salt River Mental Health in Shepherdsville, Kentucky. What began as a private practice has grown into a comprehensive behavioral health facility offering a wide range of supportive services. Her professional background includes directing a children’s therapeutic rehabilitation program, providing intensive in-home services, in-school therapy, and clinic-based care. She currently supervises MFT associates and students from multiple colleges and universities.
Angie is also an active volunteer with the Girl Scouts of Kentuckiana and serves as the Director of Area 14B Mini Camp.
Contact:
Arbaughky@yahoo.com
(502) 468-4640
Meet our team
The quality of our care stems from our highly dedicated clinical team. Behind every service, you'll find trained professionals, each contributing their specialized therapeutic knowledge, grounded in evidence-based practice. We are committed to leveraging our collective expertise to provide you and your family with comprehensive and effective care.
Emily Burns
Art Therapist
Geoffrey Kaufman
Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
Chelsea Durbin
License Marriage and Family Therapist
Kelly Kerr
Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
Rachael Miller
Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT)
Chris Arbaugh
Registered Behavioral Technician (RBT) and Community Support Associate
Carla Mackey
Case Manager
Joy Jones
Marriage and Family Therapy Associate
Morgan Dunford
Marriage and Family therapy Associate
Kerry Houston
Marriage and Family Therapy Associate
Katelyn Horton
Marriage and Family Therapy Associate
Dixie
Licensed Cutie Patootie
Salt River Mental Health was founded by Angie with a vision centered on mentorship and clinical excellence. From the outset, she actively fostered the next generation of therapists by providing supervised training hours to college students, allowing them to gain invaluable practical experience directly under her guidance. This foundational commitment to learning and supervision organically built our dedicated clinical team over several years.
The Arrival of Dixie: Our compassionate environment was further enriched by the arrival of Dixie, our beloved therapy dog. Dixie joined our practice a couple of years ago, immediately bringing comfort, calm, and a unique therapeutic presence to the office. She is an integral member of our team, helping clients feel safe and supported.
We continue to expand our professional staff. If you are interested in joining a practice committed to compassion and growth, please reach out to explore current opportunities.