- Men's wellbeing
- Relationship work
- Faith-informed option
About Kenneth
Kenneth (Ken) Halvorson is a licensed clinical social worker with 40 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles. He often works with men and those navigating parenting, fatherhood, blended family issues, and life transitions. Ken writes plainly and listens closely to understand what matters most to each person he sees.
He uses practical talking and listening to help people name what feels hard and figure out next steps. Sessions often focus on communication skills, managing social anxiety, coping with grief, and handling the effects of trauma or abuse. He also supports people dealing with bipolar symptoms, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and self-esteem concerns.
Ken draws on psychodynamic ideas to look at patterns that repeat from earlier relationships. He also uses the Gottman Method to help people improve communication and resolve relationship problems. Together with each client he looks for approaches that fit their values and daily life.
Ken brings a faith-informed option for those who want it, and he respects people who prefer other faith perspectives or none. He works with hearing impaired people and aims to make discussions clear and accessible. His practice emphasizes forgiveness, family-of-origin issues, and building practical coping skills.
Ken is based in Washington and holds a LICSW, which stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. He focuses on helping individuals find steady ways to manage change and reconnect with what matters in their lives.
How Gottman and Psychodynamic Work Online
Gottman Method focuses on concrete communication skills and conflict patterns. It teaches partners and individuals ways to talk so conversations stay calmer and problems get solved more often. Psychodynamic Therapy looks at recurring patterns that come from earlier relationships and daily life, helping people see how past experiences shape present feelings and choices.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will help the client decide which methods fit their goals, needs, and preferences. This is a collaborative process that can shift as issues evolve over time.
Session format options are not specified here, so confirm current online session choices before booking. Many people find online work useful because it can fit into a busy day, remove travel time, and make it easier to keep regular meetings. Online sessions also let people choose a setup that suits them better for focused conversation, shorter check-ins, or less need for camera use.
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Experience
40+ years
Credentials
Washington
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Ken help with?
He helps people who are coping with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting and fatherhood concerns, ADHD, bipolar, and social anxiety among other problems.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
Ken combines conversational, practical work with deeper reflection on repeating relationship patterns. He focuses on clear communication and actionable steps alongside reflection about how past relationships shape current behavior.
What is his professional background?
He has 40 years of experience in counseling and social work, focusing on adults facing life transitions, family-of-origin issues, blended family dynamics, aging concerns, and men's wellbeing.
Where does Ken practice and what are his credentials?
He practices in Washington and holds a LICSW, which means Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in that state.
Does he offer services in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time; sessions are arranged for people within the region he serves.
How are fees handled and what about cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.