Ken Seeley
Hello! I AM ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS FOR BOTH IN PERSON (IF YOU LIVE NEAR AKRON) and virtually in OH. I have been counseling for 14 years. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Level -2 Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety and/or psychological trauma, I want to help you. I have experience in many areas. I do NOT work with children under 18 at this time and I do NOT do couples counseling. Currently, I work with adults. I also run a Christian nonprofit for those without insurance. (Ask about this if you don't have insurance or have a low income.)
When clients are able to successfully put into practice the skills and concepts learned in therapy and show improved scores on PHQ, GAD AND PCL scores.
First session
I will complete a comprehensive diagnostic assessment and provide my recommendations. I typically do a PTSD and/or ADHD assessments during the second appointment if the initial screening indicates a need for these measures.
Strengths
My biggest strength is that I practice the very skills I teach. I use the same set of tools to work through my life that I propose to my clients.
Ideal clients
Trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety with Christian values preferred but not required.
Origin story
My own mental health in the past and my journey of faith. My core beliefs were feeling abandoned, rejected and alone and now have more positive core beliefs because of my faith and understanding that God has created me with a mind to think and understand, a body to act and feel with. I incorporate Christian counseling into session for people who want it. Though Christian counseling is my wheel house, I do straight CBT/DBT without a Christian component if it is desired.
Treatment methods
Faith-based therapy
I use cognitive behavioral therapy techniques, dialectical therapy skills, self-regulation (body/mind) and mindfulness and polyvagal theory. My wheel house is Christian counseling but I also do just straight CBT/DBT skills and self regulation without a Christian component.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use CBT as as basis for most counseling incorporating psychological and physiological regulation through skills and concepts to help you overcome and adapt to life situations and emotions.
Trauma-Informed Care
As a certified trauma professional I understand trauma - even if it does not rise to the level of PTSD or complex trauma still plays a role in treatment. I strive to help you understand your current life experiences in the context of your historical experiences. I use a timeline, self-regulation in the current context and "The SPACE Framework" to help you work through life situations.
Location
Virtual sessions