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Kendon Ellerman

Kendon Ellerman

LCSW · Mississippi

Supportive LCSW helping people move forward

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  • Trauma and grief
  • Self esteem work
  • Career and change

About Kendon

Kendon Ellerman is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Mississippi. He offers straightforward support for people facing trauma, grief, low self-esteem, career stress, and major life changes. Kendon emphasizes a calm, nonjudgmental space where clients can say what’s on their mind.

He draws on five years of clinical experience to help people name their struggles and find manageable steps forward. Sessions focus on practical ways to cope with loss, rebuild confidence, and handle workplace pressure. Kendon pays attention to what matters most to each person and adjusts his approach to fit their goals.

Adoption and foster care appear among his additional focus areas, and he is familiar with related worries and transitions. He also works with concerns tied to aging, caregiving stress, fertility and fatherhood issues, and end-of-life planning. These topics often overlap with grief and life changes, which he addresses in clear, everyday language.

Kendon prefers to keep the therapy room open and direct. He invites clients to talk through memories, routines, and choices, then practices coping tools together. Progress is usually measured in small, practical steps that clients can use between sessions.

People who choose Kendon can expect steady encouragement and straightforward problem-solving. He asks about current needs and helps plan the next steps. If you want to explore whether his approach fits your situation, follow the site’s process to start a match.

How evidence-based techniques translate to online care

Many evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on identifying thoughts and behaviors, then practicing small changes. One common approach helps people recognize unhelpful thought patterns and test more balanced ways of thinking, which can reduce stress and build confidence during life transitions. Another useful approach emphasizes practicing coping strategies and behavioral changes in real life, such as routines for grief or steps to manage workplace stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That choice can shift over time as progress is made or new concerns emerge.

Session logistics vary by therapist and location, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when those help, and avoid travel time. It can also let people work with licensed professionals from their own communities when that is a priority. Ask about specific session formats and scheduling when you complete the matching questionnaire.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCoping with natural or human-caused disasterFatherhood issuesFertility issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisWorkplace issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Mississippi

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Kendon help with?

He helps people dealing with trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes.

What is his general approach to therapy?

He creates a calm, nonjudgmental space and works with clients on practical steps and coping tools they can use between sessions.

How much clinical experience does he have?

He has five years of professional work experience supporting people with the listed concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He holds an MS and is a licensed clinical social worker, LCSW, practicing in Mississippi.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with him?

He is not currently accepting international clients.

How are fees and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with him?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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