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Online therapist

Kenneth Bibalo

Compassionate care grounded in clear tools

Credentials
LCSW
Experience
4 years
Licensed in
Connecticut
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Kenneth

Kenneth Bibalo is an LCSW practicing in Connecticut who helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, and major life changes. He presents himself as a steady presence for those trying to rebuild confidence or manage overwhelming emotions. He writes plainly and makes space for people to move at their own pace.

He emphasizes practical, evidence-informed techniques rather than jargon. Sessions focus on clear steps you can use between meetings, from coping tools for panic to strategies for handling workplace strain.

Background and approach

He aims to blend structured methods with listening so people feel understood and guided. In sessions he uses approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to address presenting concerns. That might mean noticing unhelpful thoughts, experimenting with small behavior changes, or clarifying personal values to guide decisions.

Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavior Therapy approaches also inform his work when relevant. He often helps people who are coping with grief, relationship or intimacy-related issues, parenting stress, burnout, or trauma-related symptoms. Kenneth also addresses topics such as abandonment, attachment wounds, communication problems, and forgiveness when those themes come up in treatment.

People who prefer a straightforward, compassionate clinician may find his style helpful. He asks questions, listens, and offers tangible tools to try between sessions. To start, visitors follow the site’s intake steps to match and schedule a first appointment.

How therapeutic approaches shape online work

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It’s useful for anxiety, depression, and making decisions during life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and offers step-by-step strategies to reduce symptoms like panic and persistent worry.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the conversation on the person’s experience and priorities. The therapist listens closely and follows the client’s lead, which can help build trust and clarify what matters most. Kenneth aims to combine these approaches so sessions are both practical and guided by the client’s goals.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit those goals, and adjust as needed. That partnership helps shape which techniques get emphasized over time.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make scheduling easier, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins around work or caregiving obligations. It also lets people practice skills in their everyday routines while talking them through with a licensed professional.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does he address?
Kenneth focuses on stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, relationship and intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, anger, self esteem, career challenges, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue.
What style of therapy can I expect?
He uses a practical mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and client-centered methods to match the person’s needs.
How much experience does he have?
Kenneth has four years of clinical experience working with people across a range of concerns and life transitions.
Where is he licensed and based?
He holds the credential LCSW which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker and practices in Connecticut.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Are international clients accepted?
He is not accepting international clients at this time.
How does pricing and payment work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin the process?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist’s availability.

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