Jennifer Hayes, PhD LMFT RPT

Jennifer Hayes is a child and family therapist that works with individuals, couples, and families. Dr. Hayes is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in KY and FL. She is a registered play therapist and trained in polyvagal theory to be a Safe and Sound Protocol provider. 

Dr. Hayes completed her doctoral degree in MFT at NCU. She is passionate about using her knowledge to help people achieve a higher sense of well-being. She is also passionate about educating and training others to grow awareness on mental health issues, and the needs in rural communities. 

Dr. Hayes provides a variety of clinical and clinical education services including consultation, speaking engagements, workshops, on mental health, attachment, trauma, social issues, rural communities, and a range of other topics!

Dr. Hayes is the past President of the Young Professionals of Lake Cumberland, where she encouraged young professionals to participate in community development and volunteer work. 

Jennifer is the past Chair of Research Committee and Senior Editor for the International Association for Sandtray Therapy. Jennifer and her team launched the first Academic Journal for Sandtray Therapy in 2020. She is very passionate about the benefits of Sandtray therapy and looking forward to the future of this treatment model. 

Dr. Hayes is a Clinical Fellow and Clinical Supervisor with AAMFT, a Professional Member of the Association for Play Therapy, and an Associate member with the APA. Dr. Hayes is a non-core faculty member in a MA MFT program. Dr. Hayes serves on the Kentucky Interest Network board as well.