Kennan DeWitt, LPC

Kennan DeWitt is a Michigan Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with 16 years of professional experience. He is also a licensed attorney, which gives him direct familiarity with the workings of the criminal justice system and practical insight into court-related therapy needs. Throughout his career he has supported people facing depression and bipolar disorder, stress and anxiety, substance use concerns, trauma and PTSD, separation and divorce, anger management, and midlife transitions.

Kennan employs a range of evidence-informed methods tailored to each person, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Strength-Based approaches. He collaborates with clients to identify their goals and selects the therapeutic tools that best match those objectives. Sessions emphasize open communication and a nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly.

Clients seeking court-related support for drug and alcohol charges will find experience with legally oriented therapy requirements, while those working through relationship or identity concerns will encounter an affirming approach to LGBTQ+ care. Kennan frames therapy as a partnership - offering support, encouragement, and practical strategies to help people move toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Kennan DeWitt

Kennan draws from several proven approaches to help people address a range of concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages noticing difficult thoughts and emotions without getting stuck in them, and then taking values-guided action - it is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, empathetic relationship that lets clients explore their feelings and find their own solutions, which can support work on self-esteem, relationship issues, and identity concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it useful for depression, anxiety, and coping with addictions.

Finding the best fit is a collaborative process. Kennan works with each person to decide which approaches align with their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods over time as progress and priorities evolve. Therapy is presented as a partnership where the therapist and client make decisions together.

Online care offers flexible options for connecting - video sessions, phone calls, live chat, or text-based messaging - so clients can choose the format that fits their schedule and comfort level. These remote formats make it easier to access regular support, maintain continuity of care during busy periods, and integrate therapy into everyday life with greater convenience.