Chanel Watkins, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate

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In the serene realm of mental health and therapy, finding a compassionate guide who champions your journey toward healing is essential. Chanel Watkins, a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate at Purposed Counseling, provides a nurturing and inclusive space where individuals, families, and relationships are supported in their growth. With over six years of experience in clinical and holistic care, Chanel helps clients uncover their inner strength and take meaningful steps toward change, balance, and emotional well-being.

License/Certifications

Chanel is a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate (MFTA) with additional specialized training and certifications in:

  • Ayurvedic Medicine

  • Trauma-Informed Yoga

Her therapeutic foundation is enriched by international training, residential clinical work, and community-based protective services, all of which inform her trauma-sensitive and holistic approach.

Personal Approach

Chanel creates a collaborative, non-judgmental environment where clients of all ages and backgrounds can feel seen, heard, and empowered. She believes that each individual holds the answers they seek within—therapy simply creates the space to bring those answers to light. Her sessions are grounded in inclusivity, authenticity, and respect for each client’s lived experience.

Treatment Philosophy

Chanel’s work is deeply rooted in empowerment, restoration, and growth. She integrates a trauma-informed and holistic lens, using evidence-based approaches like:

  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

By blending traditional clinical modalities with mind-body practices, Chanel helps clients achieve emotional healing and lasting transformation.

Clientele Specialties

Chanel works with a diverse range of clients, offering support for:

  • Children (ages 5 and up)

  • Adolescents

  • Adults

  • Couples and Families

Her specialties include:

  • Relationship and marriage issues

  • Family conflict

  • Stress and anxiety

  • Life transitions and grief

She tailors her therapeutic strategies to meet the needs of individuals across all life stages.

Common Client Concerns

Clients often seek Chanel’s help for concerns such as:

  • Communication breakdowns in relationships

  • Emotional stress related to anxiety or life changes

  • Parenting challenges and generational conflict

  • Coping with trauma, abuse, or loss

  • Struggling to find direction or emotional balance

Chanel offers guidance with warmth, clarity, and deep respect for her clients' experiences.

Services

Chanel provides a wide range of services, including:

  • Individual Psychotherapy

  • Child and Adolescent Therapy

  • Family Therapy

  • Relationship and Couples Counseling

  • Holistic Practices integrated with mental health treatment

Each service is adapted to the unique goals and strengths of her clients.

Offered Free Consultation

Not sure where to start? Chanel offers a free initial consultation to help you explore your needs and determine if therapy is a good fit. This no-pressure conversation is your opportunity to connect and ask questions before beginning the therapeutic process.

Online Scheduling

To schedule an appointment or free consultation, contact Chanel directly:

📧 PURPOSEDCMW@GMAIL.COM
📞 (502) 265-6011

Location & Contact Fees

Chanel offers teletherapy sessions for clients located in:

  • Kentucky

Payment Options Include:

  • Cash / Check / Credit/Debit

  • HSA/FSA Cards

  • Sliding Scale options available based on need

Contact Chanel to discuss your options and find what works best for you.

Session Availability

Chanel offers flexible scheduling, including daytime and some evening appointments. All sessions are conducted virtually for ease, accessibility, and privacy.

Please call the provider directly with the number listed above to schedule with them or learn more about their services.

The mental health and wellness professionals that are members of b.mindful Louisville are skilled in what they do. Each specializing in their own area and caring for their clients in their own unique way. All the professionals listed on our website are all independent service providers.

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