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First Step Counseling

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First Step offers counseling in a safe environment for children, teenagers, adults. We offer our clients a Biblical-focus healing environment.

Mental health counseling services for those with addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.

10/19/2026

We are often our own biggest critics, but the words we speak to ourselves can either keep us stuck or help us grow.🌱

You don’t have to believe every negative thought that crosses your mind. The way you talk to yourself matters. ❤️

At First Step Counseling, we want to help you challenge those thoughts, build healthier thinking patterns, and see yourself through a different lens.

✨ Sometimes healing starts with changing the conversation you’re having with yourself.

We are here to help! Call us at 270-260-0096 for an appointment, or book online at www.firststepcounselingky.com. 🫶🏻

10/13/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING! Part-Time Medical Biller 📣

Our mental health practice in Kentucky is looking for a dependable, detail-oriented part-time medical biller to join our team!

We’re looking for someone who understands that behind every claim is a practice working hard to provide quality mental health care. ❤️

Ideal qualifications include:
✅ Experience with medical billing, preferably in behavioral health or mental health
✅ Knowledge of insurance claims, payment posting, and denial management
✅ Experience with CPT and ICD-10 codes
✅ Familiarity with SimplePractice is a plus!
✅ Knowledge of Kentucky Medicaid, Anthem BCBS, and other insurance payers is preferred
✅ Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
✅ Commitment to confidentiality and HIPAA compliance

We’re looking for someone who can work independently, communicate well, and help keep our billing processes running smoothly.

📍 Location: Kentucky
🕒 Position: Part-time
💻 Work arrangement: [Remote / In-office / Hybrid]

Know someone who might be a great fit? Please share this post or tag them below!

📩 Interested candidates can message me directly for more information or to express interest. Or, email us your resume to [email protected] (attn: hiring)

10/13/2026

We are so excited to see who God will bring to our awesome team!!!

10/05/2026

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with triggers, or unsure where to start, we’d love to help!!

At First Step Counseling, we’ll walk alongside you as you learn to understand your emotions, build healthier coping skills, and learn to give yourself grace along the way.

Reach out to us to learn more or schedule an appointment with one of our therapists!! We’re here when you’re ready to take the First Step.❤️

https://www.firststepcounselingky.com

09/27/2026

Sometimes one of the most powerful things you can do for your mental health is pray for your own mind. 🤍

Pray for wisdom in the way you respond.
Pray for discernment when your thoughts don’t tell you the truth.
Pray for the ability to forgive—even when it’s hard.
Pray for peace that doesn’t depend on your circumstances.
Pray that when you’re hurting, your first instinct is to turn toward God instead of away from Him.

Taking care of your mental health and trusting God aren’t opposites. Therapy can help us recognize unhealthy thought patterns, process what has hurt us, and learn new ways to respond—and prayer reminds us that we don’t have to do that work alone.

Protect your mind. Renew your thoughts. Ask for wisdom. And give yourself grace while God is still working. ❤️

www.firststepcounselingky.com

09/21/2026

09/14/2026

A gentle reminder for your Monday morning that we often times forget. ✨

As mental health professionals, we have a lot of clients come to us wondering how they can overcome the hurdle of “people pleasing.” It is such a difficult topic, and so common in our world today.

But Jesus sees the whole story. He sees your heart, your growth, your pain, and the parts of you that are still healing. You don’t have to keep proving your worth—you are already deeply known and deeply loved by Him.

Let go of the pressure to be liked and understood by everyone, and start learning to see yourself through the eyes of Jesus. 🤍❤️

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day! 🇺🇸

Today, we celebrate the hard work and dedication that keep our families and communities moving forward. As you enjoy the long weekend, remember that rest is important, too! Give yourself permission to slow down, and be present with the people you love.

From all of us at First Step Counseling, we hope you have a safe, restful, and happy Labor Day! ❤️🤍💙

09/01/2026

Grief isn’t clearly defined. It’s messy and confusing. It’s different for everyone. God has never missed a tear or ignored an anguished cry.

He hears you.
We will too.

Deut 31:6

Address

120 Brett Chase Suite A
Paducah, KY
42003

Opening Hours

Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	10am - 5pm

Telephone

+12702600096

Website

https://www.firststepcounselingky.com/

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