Kenneth Gardner

Kenneth Gardner, a Limited Licensed Psychologist, is dedicated to helping clients understand the contributing factors that shape their responses, including family dynamics, developmental influences, and community resources. He collaborates with individuals to identify manipulative and exploitative interactions and their underlying intentions. Kenneth emphasizes the development of appropriate social skills, modeling and reinforcing behaviors to meet needs effectively. He helps clients recognize how they are influenced by the behavior of others and vice versa, all while aiming to enhance communication skills. Kenneth encourages appropriate expression of thoughts, feelings, and bodily responses, aiming to deepen insight and understanding of the relationship between actions and consequences. His overarching goal is to guide clients in effective problem-solving. In his practice, Kenneth actively listens, validates experiences, reflects on insights, and simplifies the exploration of alternatives and new possibilities. He provides clear and concise interpretations of feelings, circumstances, and associated responses, fostering the development of realistic expectations and limitations across a range of issues, from depression and anxiety to trauma and PTSD.