Sally Connolly, LCSW, LMFT     I am a therapist, licensed in both marriage and family therapy and clinical social work. I grew up in the Louisville area as the oldest of 5 children in a family with a family business.

Professionally, I have worked in the non-profit and governmental sector as well as in a private clinical setting. I have also taught social workers in state government about counseling with children and families and served, for several years, as an adjunct faculty member of the University of Louisville’s Kent School of Social Work, the post-master’s Marriage and Family Therapy Program and The Louisville Seminary. I have taught several different classes over the years, among them were Couples Counseling and Family Therapy and was the clinical director for the clinic of the post-master's family therapy program.

Specialize In Working With Couples

My husband, John Turner, and I have been specializing in couple work for over 15 years. My style is very practical and direct. I rely a great deal on the research of John Gottman, PhD. Gottman’s research has clearly identified the skills, beliefs and knowledge that are present in healthy relationships and I incorporate this into my everyday practice with couples.

Focus on Solutions, Resources and What Is Already Working To Promote Change and Solve Problems

I am also a proponent of solution-focused counseling and look for the strengths and resources that clients bring to therapy as the place to start. The couples ... and individuals ... that come to see me say that they really appreciate an approach that does not linger on the problem, but rather finds ways to quickly work toward solutions.

I have experienced many things in my life. I am a wife, mother, sister, grandmother, mother-in-law, neighbor and friend. I have experienced loss and stress in my own life; however, John and I feel very fortunate to have a healthy, happy life with involvement in our community, church, family, hobbies and volunteer work. I offer myself and my expertise to you. I will offer therapy tailored to your goals and your needs.


Feel free to call me to talk more about how I can best help you.