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Kevin Herbert

Therapist

Kevin Herbert

LPC

Missouri · 18+ years of experience

Practical counseling for life transitions

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Step 1

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Grief and loss
  • Mind-body approaches

About Kevin

Kevin Herbert is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Missouri with 18 years of practice. He focuses on guiding people through stress, anxiety, grief, and life changes in a straightforward, compassionate way.

He keeps sessions simple and practical. He listens for what is most urgent, then helps set small, usable goals. He also offers coaching-style support when clients want tools for daily functioning and improved confidence.

Kevin uses several mind-body approaches in his work, such as hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and somatic techniques. These methods are used to help people manage physical reactions to stress, stay present, and access calmer states when anxiety or grief feel overwhelming.

His experience includes work with veterans, first responders, and people living with chronic health issues. That background informs a down-to-earth style that values direct communication and step-by-step progress. Sessions focus on building coping skills, improving communication, and navigating major transitions like divorce or caregiving changes.

Kevin aims to make therapy a collaborative process. He helps people notice what works, adjust plans as needed, and set realistic next steps. Prospective clients can expect clear explanations, practical exercises, and steady support.

Step 2

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

HypnotherapyMindfulness TherapySomatic Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Credentials

Missouri

Languages

English

Step 3

Approaches that combine mind and body for online work

Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to help people change habitual reactions and access calmer states; it can be useful for anxiety, grief, and behavior change. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple awareness practices to reduce rumination and improve focus, which often helps with stress and low self-esteem. Somatic therapy pays attention to bodily sensations and movement to release tension and reduce the physical hold of traumatic or stressful memories.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels helpful. Together they will test methods and adjust the plan based on what produces meaningful change for the client.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow quicker check-ins, and reduce travel time. It also lets people try techniques in the settings where they live and work, which can speed practice and real-world gains.

Step 4

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kevin commonly address?

He helps people with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, and coping with life changes. He also focuses on areas like abandonment, caregiving stress, chronic illness, and fatherhood issues.

What is his therapy style like?

His approach is practical and compassionate with an emphasis on small goals and usable tools. He blends talking with mind-body work to help people manage reactions and build new habits.

How much experience does he have?

He has 18 years of experience working as a clinician. That time includes work with veterans, first responders, and people managing long-term health concerns.

What are his credentials and where is he based?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Missouri. His profile lists Missouri as his location.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English. He also accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options with the service before booking.

How does payment or cost work?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The intake and scheduling happen after the matching step.

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