Christopher Longoria, lCSW, RPT-S
Chris was born in Corpus Christi, Texas and later moved to Elizabethtown, where he has resided for over 20 years. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology with a minor in Criminology from Western Kentucky University and his Master’s Degree in Social Work with a specialization in Mental Health from the University of Louisville.
He has spent the past 10 years working with children and families in school and home-based settings and regularly leads group therapy for children and adolescents. A Type 1 diabetic since the age of 13, Chris has a passion for working with kids and families navigating the complexities of having diabetes, trauma, and anxiety but is also comfortable working with most therapeutic concerns you may be facing. Chris enjoys working in the school and home setting and primarily serves kids and families within the Elizabethtown Independent School District. In his free time, Chris enjoys collecting and building Lego’s, playing and streaming video games and watching the latest movies.
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed through the Kentucky Board of Social Work and a Registered Play Therapist Supervisor (RPT-S) credentialed through the Association for Play Therapy. Chris is trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), basic EMDR, AUTPlay and has taken more than 250+ hours of CEU's in play therapy.
Chris is the co-owner of Creative Counseling & Consultation, PLLC along with his wife Krista.
Krista mitchell, LCSW, RPT
Krista was born in Bloomington, Indiana and has made Elizabethtown her home. She received her Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education from Campbellsville University and taught preschool for a year before returning to Campbellsville University to earn her Master’s degree in Social Work.
Krista has spent the last 4 years working with children and families in the school and home settings and has been providing outpatient therapy services for 4 years. She provides school based services to Elizabethtown Independent School District and Hardin County School District and enjoys working with teachers and school staff.
Krista is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed through the Kentucky Board of Social Work. Krista is credentialed as Registered Play Therapist, is certified in TF-CBT and EMDR. She has accumulated more than 200+ CEU's of various play therapy training.
Krista is the co-owner of Creative Counseling & Consultation, PLLC along with her husband Chris.
Kyla claycomb, CSW
Kyla was born in New Orleans, Louisiana and later moved to Elizabethtown where she has resided since 2005. She received her Bachelor's degree in Psychology with a Minor in Criminal Justice from Western Kentucky University and her Masters of Science in Social Work from the University of Louisville.
Kyla has spent the last two years working with children and families by providing out patient services through her time as an intern. Kyla also has previous experience in the school settings. Kyla will be providing school-based services to the EIS district as well as outpatient mental health services. She is currently training in Play Therapy and other evidence based treatment modalities. Kyla is currently under the supervision of Christopher Longoria, LCSW, RPT-S and working towards full licensure in the state of Kentucky.
Kyla is currently licensed as a Certified Social Worker (CSW) will begin accepting clients in late July, early August of 2022!
Kim gnagie
Kim was born in North Carolina and currently resides in Radcliff, KY. She has worked in the medical/mental health field for over 15 years to include being a Combat Medic in the U.S. Army. When she is not at work she enjoys yoga, gardening and anything to do with travel, family, and animals.
Kim has worked in insurance and medical billing for 5 years and brings a wealth of knowledge on the subject to Creative Counseling & Consultation, PLLC, thus preserving the mental wellbeing of Chris, Krista and Kyla.