Kenlo McGowan, LPC
Practical, compassionate counseling for real life
- Addictions and recovery
- Grief and transitions
- Career and stress
About Kenlo McGowan
Kenlo McGowan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 10 years of clinical experience supporting adults through a wide range of life challenges. She brings a practical, accepting approach to therapy and helps people set concrete goals for recovery, growth, and improved day-to-day functioning. Her work frequently addresses addictions, grief, self-esteem, career and job-related stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, mood disorders such as depression and bipolar, and challenges with eating, sleeping, anger, and coping with life changes.
Kenlo combines client-centered values with evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. She aims to remove immediate obstacles so clients can make progress on longer-term patterns and goals, offering a nonjudgmental space in which people can explore their experiences and build practical skills. Additional focus areas include codependency, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and compassion fatigue, among others.
Kenlo frames the work as collaborative and strengths-based, recognizing the courage it takes to seek help and the importance of matching therapeutic tools to a person’s priorities. She supports clients as they develop strategies for resilience, clearer communication, and sustainable change.
Kenlo combines client-centered values with evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), mindfulness techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person’s needs. She aims to remove immediate obstacles so clients can make progress on longer-term patterns and goals, offering a nonjudgmental space in which people can explore their experiences and build practical skills. Additional focus areas include codependency, caregiver stress, first responder issues, and compassion fatigue, among others.
Kenlo frames the work as collaborative and strengths-based, recognizing the courage it takes to seek help and the importance of matching therapeutic tools to a person’s priorities. She supports clients as they develop strategies for resilience, clearer communication, and sustainable change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersSleeping disordersAnger managementBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kenlo McGowan have?
Kenlo McGowan has 10 years of experience.
Is Kenlo McGowan a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kenlo McGowan holds the credential LPC, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: PA LPC PC008933.
In which languages does Kenlo McGowan provide therapy?
Kenlo McGowan provides therapy in English.
Where is Kenlo McGowan located?
Kenlo McGowan is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Kenlo McGowan as my therapist?
You can work with Kenlo McGowan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kenlo McGowan work with international clients?
Kenlo McGowan does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kenlo McGowan cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kenlo McGowan uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive atmosphere in which the person’s own priorities guide the work. This approach focuses on empathic listening and collaboration so clients can clarify goals and make choices that fit their values.She also applies Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and learn practical skills to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change behaviors that get in the way of recovery. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is used when emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness are central concerns - it offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Kenlo will partner with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility for people with busy schedules or mobility challenges. Sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that fits their life while working with a licensed professional or therapist to make meaningful progress.