Kenyell Gantt-Luck, MD, LCSW-C

Kenyell Gantt-Luck is a licensed clinician in Maryland with 19 years of professional experience serving diverse populations. She has led both individual and group therapy across private practice and agency settings, supporting adolescents, adults, and families through anxiety, depression, substance abuse, grief, and other life adjustments. Her practice focuses on individual and family therapy and integrates a mind-body perspective to address the emotional and physical aspects of healing.

Her clinical work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, EMDR, and Family Systems approaches. She holds an MD (medical doctor) and an LCSW-C (licensed clinical social worker), combining medical and social work training with a commitment to high ethical standards. Kenyell emphasizes a person-centered process that positions the client as the leader of their treatment, and she prioritizes clear communication and collaboration through the course of care.

Kenyell views social work as her purpose and describes her role as an advocate and compassionate voice for those facing barriers. She honors cultural and linguistic diversity in treatment and works to include the client and their support system when appropriate. She believes each person carries strengths that support healing and recognizes the courage required to begin therapy, celebrating those who take that first step.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Kenyell Gantt-Luck

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a collaborative, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client’s lead, creating space for personal insight and growth. It is well suited to people seeking support in exploring identity, life purpose, and relationships.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. It is often used to address anxiety, depression, stress, and adjustment challenges by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is an approach used to process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact. It may be helpful for people working with trauma, abuse, or lingering distress from past events.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic work. Kenyell collaborates with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences and to tailor modalities and techniques that fit the individual. Licensed professionals and therapists work together with clients to adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage in treatment through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, and travel, and provide accessible ways to continue care from different locations while working with a licensed therapist.