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I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I graduated from the University of Colorado in Denver in 1995 with a master’s degree in counseling psychology/counseling education. Since then, I have amassed 26 years of experience seeing clients in a variety of settings. I have worked with high school students on their personal and professional development. At universities, I led workshops for non-traditional (older) students. I have developed teambuilding workshops for companies and provided career counseling for individuals. I have been invited to present personality type workshops to various community groups. I have worked for agencies and in private practice. More recently, I have worked with client’s in their homes, addressing the gamut of personal issues a person can face: depression, anxiety, grief/loss, anger issues, premarital/marital issues, suicide, addictions in the family, low self-esteem, family of origin issues, and others. I am currently licensed in the state of Oklahoma
Early in my education, I was encouraged to develop my own style of counseling, and that is what I have done. I have many different theoretical techniques in my “counseling toolbox”: cognitive/thought oriented, behavioral oriented, past/present/and future oriented. I steer clear of typical “psychobabble,” but I am fond of a good analogy.
I like to use humor, and I believe that we all can laugh at ourselves if we feel secure enough. Knowing that we are loved in spite of (or maybe even because of) our flaws can be quite encouraging. I will accept you, and your issues, because I know I have my share. In fact, I was once told that the difference between a therapist and a client is that a therapist is further along in sorting out their issues.
The counseling setting for me can be similar to the old joke where a man loses his wallet on a dark street. Another man sees the first one searching around under a streetlight and asks if he can be of assistance. The first man explains that he has lost his wallet and would welcome any assistance. The two men comb the area thoroughly, looking everywhere to no avail. Finally the second man says to the first, “Are you sure you lost it here?” To which the first man replies, “No, I lost it down in that dark alley.” The second man says, “Well, Why are we looking here?!” The first man says, “Because the light is better here.”
A good therapist can be a flashlight - helping you explore the darker areas of your life. But, don’t worry, we won’t go until you are ready.
I look forward to searching with you.
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He is a great, knowledgeable and compassionate man who truly cares about his clients!
Written on Apr 12, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, and anger management
He actively listens and tries to explain the ways to cope by giving me new advice that I haven’t heard before and I have heard a lot of ideas through out my journey into therapy
Written on Feb 27, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and
He is very understanding and non judgmental. He helps break down the issue and figure out what I need to do to get better.
Written on Feb 07, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Kevin shows a genuine concern and respect for me in all correspondence and meeting times. I appreciate the feedback.
Written on Jan 11, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Kevin is great. In the time we have been conducting sessions he has given me tools to be successful with my goals. He uses what motivates you to set that. He speaks to me on a level that I need.
Written on Jan 10, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 4 weeks on issues concerning addictions
Kevin is a wonderful therapist. He’s been an enormous help. I can’t say enough great things about him.
Written on Jan 08, 2024 after therapy with Kevin for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He is absolutely amazing. He doesn't just talk to me. He has invested his time into my issues. He's able to talk to me an discuss things from a real world point of view. He Examines everything you say. Never talks down to me, I never feel I am being judged. 10/10 I'd recommend him for someone in my shoes of life. I cannot ask for a better counselor.
Written on Dec 30, 2023 after therapy with Kevin for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and anger management
Kevin listens and has given me the advice I need to better my situation. He is not judgemental and really knowledgeable. I feel more confident now and a little less anxious.
Written on Nov 28, 2023 after therapy with Kevin for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and parenting issues
Kevin West has been a great therapist so far. He's really calm and easy to talk to. He's done a great job asking my needs, genuinely listening, and checking in. He provides great advice without being pushy or leading too much, and has given me several frameworks and exercises to work through areas where I'm trying to grow.
Written on Sep 05, 2023 after therapy with Kevin for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and adhd
My therapist, Kevin, is a tremendous help! I sometimes feel so overwhelmed, and he helps me to get to the root of the issue, which allows me to focus and experience calm. I feel comfortable sharing my thoughts with him and know that I have support and guidance. I knew I needed this, and it is behind my expectations.
Written on Feb 23, 2023 after therapy with Kevin for 2 months on issues concerning self esteem, and adhd
Kevin has been nothing short of life changing. I came to him with my life essentially fallen apart and after 7 months of weekly therapy i can honestly say i am a new man. He was able to give me the tools and guide me to a new life. I have learned i am so much more capable of being happy than I ever thought possible. Kevin I cant thank you enough,
Written on Feb 08, 2023 after therapy with Kevin for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and anger management
It has been great having Kevin help me understand and navigate through my problems and underlying issues. I especially appreciate how he keeps checking whether whatever techniques we have discussed and decided to implement are working and how and what worked and why. This feedback loop has been very beneficial.
When I first started, my thoughts and feelings were all tangled up and everything felt fuzzy and I was feeling pretty lost. As I discussed things with Kevin, I came to a better understanding and having him encourage and believe in me helped me accept things and find my way out of a long funk.
Written on Nov 10, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Kevin has been there at my lowest and listened. His advise have help me overcome my depression and help my marriage at the same time.
Written on Nov 07, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 11 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Kevin has been helping me process my emotions and thoughts. I like his calmness and practicality enabling me to have a clearer view of my thoughts.
Written on Aug 09, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, sleeping disorders, and coping with life changes
Kevin has helped me a lot. So much so I've taken steps that have allowed me to not have the same issues as I had prior to having him as a therapist. I hope to continue without the need for therapy and proactively staying in a good state of mind but would not hesitate to come back to therapy, specifically Kevin.
Written on Jul 18, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 5 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Kevin has been a great therapist and I'm very grateful every time we get to chat. He is a great guide and has an honest demeanor that I really appreciate.
Written on Jun 23, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 7 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kevin is a wonderful therapist who has helped me immensely. I came to him with a disorganized mess of issues that I had been putting off for years (likely my entire life), and we worked through them slowly and carefully as to not overwhelm, but still thoroughly and leaving me with tools to go forward with and use in the future. As well, Kevin is great at pointing out some simple and/or obvious techniques or solutions to your issues.
Would absolutely recommend Kevin West,
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and anger management
He is very kind. He is really good advice and listens.
Written on Mar 15, 2022 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Kevin listens well and is so helpful.
I’m glad I chose better health
Written on Oct 27, 2021 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
Kevin is a great mix of compassionate and challenging based on whatever style you tell him works for you, and changes his style accordingly. I was amazed how quickly he got into the good stuff after just one session.
Written on Oct 24, 2021 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Kevin West is genuine and is good at evaluating your needs and establishing goals. He is open about experiences and makes a point to let you know you’re not alone. Highly recommend.
Written on Oct 03, 2021 after therapy with Kevin for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and self esteem
Kevin is qualified, patient, kind, and flexible. I feel very safe with him and I feel braver after sessions with him.
Written on Sep 28, 2021 after therapy with Kevin for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Kevin is very insightful and takes the time to understanding the deeper meaning of what I am saying. Asks to make sure that my needs are met in therapy are being met. A great therapy experience.
Written on Aug 31, 2021 after therapy with Kevin for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
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