- Family concerns
- Mood and behavior
- Practical strategies
About Kenneth
Kenneth Stevens is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Pennsylvania. He focuses on helping people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship struggles, and family concerns. Kenneth speaks plainly with clients and aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable.
He brings 19 years of direct psychotherapy experience and a longer career in social work. His background includes work as a Mental Health Officer in the U.S. Air Force, where he provided individual and family counseling and managed programs addressing family abuse. He also spent four years as a consultant and trainer in child and family services for a state social services department.
Kenneth additionally has experience running a large military substance abuse program in the Pacific region and holds a certification as an addictions counselor. He has taught social work courses at community college and university levels. This range of roles informs his practical, straightforward approach in sessions.
In therapy he treats mood and behavior management issues, family of origin concerns, relationship problems, anger management, and life-phase transitions. He also addresses blended family issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation, and money and workplace stresses. His work with veterans and armed forces issues informs how he understands service-related stress.
Kenneth frames clients as experts in their own stories and focuses on building strengths. He emphasizes courage and steady progress, offering support and practical strategies so people can make changes they value.
Approaches that inform online work and finding the right fit
Many of his strengths come from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and clearer communication. One common approach he uses emphasizes mood and behavior management; this focuses on identifying unhelpful habits and testing small changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and anger. It can help people regain daily functioning and feel more in control.Another approach draws on family-focused work that looks at patterns coming from family of origin and blended family dynamics. This helps people see repeating patterns, improve communication, and set clearer boundaries in family relationships. It can be useful for parents or adults navigating complex household roles and conflicts.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. He will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and he adjusts techniques as progress is observed. Clients and therapist decide together what is most helpful for the situation.
If you are considering online sessions, confirm the specific session formats before booking since those options are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, shorten travel time, allow brief check-ins during a break, and reduce the need for extended time away from home or work. Discussing practical arrangements during the first contacts helps match session style to daily routines and goals.
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Experience
19+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kenneth help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and family concerns, and related issues such as blended family problems and communication struggles.
What is his general therapy style?
He takes a straightforward, practical approach and treats clients as experts in their own stories while offering support and tools to make steady progress.
What experience does he bring to therapy?
He has 19 years of psychotherapy experience plus broader social work roles including military mental health service, program management, consulting, and teaching.
Which credentials and region apply to this therapist?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Pennsylvania and practices from that region.
In what languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.