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Dr. Dorrance Kennedy, LCSW
North Carolina
Dr. Dorrance Kennedy - LCSW, relationship and anxiety work
See online therapy options- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Gottman Method
About Dorrance
Dr. Dorrance Kennedy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with 10 years of experience. He helps people manage stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting strain, anger, low self-esteem, career concerns, and life transitions.
He uses clear, structured methods in sessions. That means noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing out different responses. He draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify patterns that keep problems going. He also uses motivational interviewing and solution-focused tools to set practical next steps.
Sessions are interactive and goal-oriented. He asks about what currently causes the most difficulty, then works with the person to try concrete strategies. That can include thought records, short behavioral experiments, communication skills, or step-by-step problem solving.
Dr. Kennedy also integrates techniques from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and the Gottman Method when relationship skills or emotional regulation are central. These approaches add skills for managing strong emotions and for improving how people talk through conflict.
People seeking help for fatherhood issues, family of origin concerns, infidelity, midlife re-evaluation, ADHD-related struggles, or post-traumatic stress will find these topics within his stated focus areas. He combines practical exercises with regular check-ins to see what is helping.
He works in English and practices under his North Carolina LCSW credential. If someone wants to try a first session they follow the booking steps to complete a short questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting.
How his approaches translate to online work
Dr. Kennedy commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot thinking patterns and try small behavior experiments that test new ways of responding. CBT sessions often include simple homework like thought records or behavioral tasks to practice between meetings.He also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques when emotional regulation or strong reactions are central. DBT skills teach grounded ways to tolerate distress, regulate intense feelings, and improve interpersonal effectiveness. When relationship skills are needed he draws on the Gottman Method to teach clearer communication and manage conflict in practical steps.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. He will review your goals and try approaches that fit your needs and preferences. That collaboration means checking what helps and adjusting methods over time.
Confirm the current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and allow for different setups such as shorter check-ins or sessions without video. Ask about the available formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, grief, trauma and abuse, parenting and related issues listed in his specialties.
How does he use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
He uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and to test small changes through practical exercises.
What is his clinical background?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of counseling experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns.
Where is he licensed and practicing?
He practices in North Carolina and holds a North Carolina LCSW credential.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and 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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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