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Ken Powers

Ken Powers

LCSW-C, LCSW

Therapist · Maryland · 30+ years of experience

Calm, practical guidance for strong emotions

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  • 30 years experience
  • Focus on anger
  • Strengths-based work

About Ken

Ken Powers is a licensed clinical social worker who brings three decades of practice to his work in Maryland. He focuses on helping people manage strong emotions like anger, anxiety, and grief. Sessions aim to identify strengths and practical steps for coping with life changes and relationship strain.

He uses straightforward conversation and goal-focused techniques. He helps people spot patterns that keep them stuck and try new ways of reacting. Sessions are aimed at short-term problem solving as well as longer personal growth.

Ken blends approaches such as cognitive behavioral work and narrative methods to fit each person. That means looking at thoughts and behaviors, and also the stories people tell about their lives. Motivational strategies are used when someone needs help finding the drive to change difficult habits.

He draws on many years of experience across mood, trauma, addiction, and stress-related concerns. Clients can expect a calm, respectful presence and an emphasis on real-world tools they can use between appointments.

Ken works in Maryland and conducts therapy in English. Before scheduling, the reader should confirm current session formats and scheduling details to make sure they match personal needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsMen's issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

30+ years

Credentials

Virginia, Maryland

Languages

English

How Ken's Approaches Translate to Online Work

Ken uses cognitive behavioral approaches and narrative methods that translate well to conversation-based sessions. Cognitive behavioral work focuses on spotting unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and testing small changes to see if they help with anxiety, panic, anger, or depression. Narrative work looks at the stories people tell about themselves and helps reframe those stories to open up new choices.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Ken will talk with each person about their goals, concerns, and what has or hasn't worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you plan to use online therapy, confirm the therapist's current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Others prefer longer sessions for deeper work. The therapist will help match session length and style to practical needs and therapeutic goals.

At a glance

Listed location
Maryland
Experience
30+ years
Credentials
LCSW-C, LCSW
Languages
English
License (Virginia)
LCSW · No. 0904007035
License (Maryland)
LCSW-C · No. 15617
NPI
1740511849

As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Ken address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, anger, depression, bipolar issues, addictions, grief, parenting strain, relationship problems, self-esteem, career stress, and coping with life changes.

What is Ken's therapy style like?

Sessions are practical and person-focused. He uses clear conversation, helps identify strengths, and works toward doable steps between appointments.

How much experience does he have?

Ken has 30 years of clinical experience working with mood, trauma, addiction, and stress-related concerns.

What credentials and region are listed?

He holds LCSW (Virginia) and LCSW-C (Maryland) credentials and practices in Maryland.

Which languages are supported?

Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

How does cost work?

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

How do I get started?

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Before you start

  • Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
  • Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
  • If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.
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