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Ken WaldenProvisional Licensed Professional CounselorClinically Supervised
Provisional Licensed Professional CounselorClinically Supervised
He / Him / His
Accepting New Clients
In Person in Brunswick
Identifies As
He / Him / HisMan
Get To Know Me
In what ways have your personal experiences influenced your work with your clients?
I'm able to bring all that I have learned from a lifetime of experiences to my work, but I also bring my struggles and my mistakes. What I have learned gives me tools I can use to support you, but what I have struggled with gives me the ability to empathize and understand your pain and distress, though it differs from mine. I sit across from you as a fellow human who has screwed up and suffered, and for the time that we work together I can walk alongside you and lend you my help.
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
I suppose that one of the reasons I ended up in this profession was that all through my life, people would tell me that I had a calming effect on them, that they could talk to me and feel heard but not pitied. Every counselor brings their own personality to the work. Some are energizing, some are straight-shooters, My approach incorporates my personality in that I try to create a calm, safe environment for you that allows you to safely feel and express what is happening inside. I want you to have the opportunity to be seen and be heard, and to put what your experience into words. I believe that one of the requirements for that is knowing that you can bring all of you into our session, and that I can handle it.
What does a first session with you look like?
In our first session, I try to quickly address the essentials before we talk, such as the informed consent. And as soon as possible I turn to you to find out how you would like to start. I find some people are eager to tell me what brings them here. Other people want to take the time to get to know me, and let me get to know them, as we begin. I don't follow a strict agenda for the first session--there is time to find out everything I need to know. The most important thing for me is to understand what you are looking for and to end the session with a sense of what I could do for you.
Learn more about my:
Location
Details of my office at 6 Federal Street, Brunswick, ME
Specialties
Specializes in
AnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemLife transitionsTransition to new parenthood
General Expertise
DepressionRelationship IssuesSexuality Based IssuesSocial AnxietyAttachment issuesCollege & graduate student issuesIdentity developmentSleep & insomnia issuesLife transitionsMen's healthMood disordersObsessive compulsive disorder (OCD)Panic attacks & panic disorderParenting issuesStressTransition to new parenthoodTrauma
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyMindfulness PracticesExperiential TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Marriage & Couples CounselingIndividual Therapy
Serves Ages
ParentsYoung Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
Anthem
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $125 |
| Marriage & Couples Counseling: | $160 |
| Individual Therapy: | $125 |
Professional Background
Licensure
Under Supervision: Ken Walden, Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, XL6685 is practicing under the supervision of SUSANNA PREZIOSI (Maine, Licensed Psychologist, PS1571) at Walden Counseling.
Please, note: A clinician listed as being “clinically supervised” is completing clinical hours toward their licensure. They have one or more fully licensed clinical supervisors that often have special training. They consult with their supervisor(s) on all of their cases.
Training/CertificationsEmotion-Focused Therapy Level 1 Certification
Education
Master's of Science, Counseling, University of Southern Maine
Work HistoryI have worked with young adults, adults and older adults in both private practice and counseling center settings. I have trained in both experiential therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy because I believe that we need to address all of you in the counseling room: your thoughts, your feelings, and your experiences. I have experience helping clients to understand themselves and their struggles better, to gain clarity around their values and goals, and then to learn tools and skills to get where they want to go.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Ken Walden, PLPC, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Ken Walden accepting new clients?
Yes, Ken Walden is accepting new clients for in-person appointments at 6 Federal Street, Unit C, Brunswick, ME, 04011.
Does Ken Walden accept insurance?
Yes, Ken Walden accepts insurance, including Anthem.
What types of therapy does Ken Walden offer?
Ken Walden offers therapy for couples and individuals.
Does Ken Walden offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Ken Walden offers in-person appointments at 6 Federal Street, Unit C, Brunswick, ME, 04011.
Does Ken Walden offer online therapy?
No, but people can book in-person appointments with Ken Walden at 6 Federal Street, Unit C, Brunswick, ME, 04011.
How quickly can I see Ken Walden?
Ken Walden typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Ken Walden speak?
Ken Walden conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Ken Walden online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Ken Walden online using Choosing Therapy’s directory.