Therapist profile
Dr. Dorrance Kennedy, LCSW
North Carolina
LCSW - Anger and Relationship issues
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- CredentialsLCSW
- LicenseLCSW, North Carolina / C004854
- NPI1619266764
- Experience10 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationNorth Carolina
About
- CBT techniques
- Gottman approach
- Motivational interviewing
About Dorrance
Dr. Dorrance Kennedy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 10 years of counseling experience. He works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship strain, grief, trauma and anger. He also helps people facing parenting concerns, career questions, and life transitions.
His style is engaging and interactive. Sessions focus on practical skills and clear goals rather than long lectures. He uses straightforward conversation, active problem-solving, and homework people can try between meetings.
Dr. Kennedy draws from cognitive behavioral approaches to help people spot unhelpful thinking and change behaviors that feed anger or anxiety. He uses motivational interviewing when someone wants to shift habits but feels unsure where to start. Solution-focused techniques are used to identify small, manageable steps that move things in a different direction.
The Gottman Method is part of his work with relationship concerns, offering concrete skills for better communication and repair after fights. He also brings elements of dialectical behavior therapy for emotion regulation and distress tolerance when feelings feel overwhelming.
People who come for help can expect clear explanations of tools and collaborative planning about what to try next. Dr. Kennedy aims to make sessions practical and relevant to day-to-day life. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How sessions work
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Kennedy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and the Gottman Method in his practice. CBT helps people notice thinking patterns and try different behaviors to reduce anger and anxiety. The Gottman Method focuses on communication skills and repair strategies for relationship conflicts.He also brings elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy for emotion regulation when feelings become intense. That approach teaches concrete skills for coping, tolerating distress, and reducing impulsive reactions. Together these methods give tools for both individual emotion management and improving interactions with others.
Choosing a therapeutic approach is collaborative. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try approaches that fit those goals, and adjust methods as needed. Early sessions often involve setting priorities and picking a few concrete skills to practice between meetings.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find remote sessions helpful because they can fit meetings into work breaks, avoid travel time, or schedule shorter check-ins when needed. Discussing practical scheduling needs at the start helps make sessions easier to maintain alongside daily life.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, trauma, anger, parenting and related life changes.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses an engaging, interactive style focused on skills, problem-solving, and practical steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does he have?
He has 10 years of counseling experience working with adults on a range of issues.
What are his credentials and location?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Carolina and practices there.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule the first session.
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