05/16/2026
We’re excited to welcome our new therapist, Misty Wade, to the As You Are Therapy team!
Professional Background:
I have over 18 years of experience in behavioral health and community-based services, including more than 14 years working directly with children and teenagers in foster care and youth-focused programs.
Clinical Approach:
Trauma-informed care
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Crisis stabilization and support
Strength-based practice
Psychoeducation
How I Work:
With kids and teens, I start by focusing on connection and trust. If a young person doesn’t feel comfortable, nothing else really sticks, so I take time to build that relationship first. Sessions are structured enough to feel safe and predictable, but flexible enough to meet each child where they are on any given day.
Early on, I spend time getting a clear picture of what’s going on in their world - what they’re good at, what’s been hard, and what their day-to-day life actually looks like. That helps us set goals that feel realistic and relevant instead of overwhelming or disconnected from their reality.
I also work closely with parents or caregivers so that everyone is on the same page and we’re reinforcing the same skills outside of sessions. I pull from trauma-informed care and CBT, but I keep things practical and age-appropriate - things kids and teens can actually use in real life. A big part of my work is helping them understand their emotions, communicate better, and find healthier ways to handle stress, frustration, and relationships.
About Me:
Outside of work, I spend a lot of my time with my 4-year-old grandson and my puppy, Dixie, who may occasionally come to the office and add a little extra personality to the day.
Favorite Quote:
“Why fit in when you were born to stand out?"
Schedule with Misty today:
📞(859) 797-4155
📧[email protected]
💻www.asyouaretherapygroup.com
📍3785 Liberty Rd Columbia, KY 42728
