Michael L Kerns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS (he, him)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
8 Endorsed
5882 Faringdon Place, Suite 200, Raleigh, NC 27609
Let's Connect (919) 364-6849
Are you ready to have more satisfying relationships and obtain freedom from self-defeating or self-destructive behaviors/thoughts? If so, I believe in empowering and assisting you in changing the course of your life in a dramatic way. This passion is why I chose this career. I believe in accepting and facilitating desired change in people. I believe in validating people as they currently see themselves. I have a strong belief people want to improve their lives and give their life meaning through the unity of purpose, resolution and harmony. So, I look forward to working with you.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy and I am an Intensively-trained DBT Therapist. I was intensively-trained through Behavioral Tech, a Linehan Institute Training Company. My experience includes counseling adults with addiction issues, self harming/destructive behaviors (Non-suicidal self-injury), & general mental health concerns.
People may not have caused all their problems; yet, they have to solve these problems anyway. Helping people understand their patterns of emotional reactions, cognitive interpretations and/or behavioral responses may prove both "appropriate and valid", and simultaneously, "ineffective and in need of change."
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $140
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- Out of Network
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Michael L Kerns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / 12245 Michael L Kerns
- In Practice for 13 Years
- Certificate from NAADAC MAC 508252 / 2016
- Certificate from NCSAPPB LCAS-2700 / 2013
- Attended East Carolina University, Graduated 2011
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Relapse
- Coping Skills
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Substance Use
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Prolonged Exposure Therapy
Location
Primary Location
Finding Balance Life Counseling
5882 Faringdon Place
Suite 200
Raleigh, NC 27609
(919) 364-6849Email me
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (919) 364-6849
Michael L Kerns
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS