Kendall LaVora, LPCC

I am a licensed professional counselor candidate and nationally certified counselor. I am from the East Coast, where I completed my Bachelors degree in Psychology in New Jersey as well as my Masters in Clinical and Counseling Psychology in Philadelphia, PA! I developed a love for helping others in the counseling field when I was in high school. Since then, I have worked towards my goal of becoming a child and adolescent therapist through childcare, crisis intervention, leadership positions in extracurriculars and completing higher-level education. Throughout my education, I had the pleasure to gain various experiences in the field. A few of which are music therapy, research assistance, managerial roles, and providing therapy for underprivileged kids in community mental health centers. Prior to working at Denver Wellness Associates, I was an outpatient therapist for children and adolescents in Denver.

I am certified in trauma-informed cognitive behavioral therapy, which many of my clients benefitted from. I also have experience in play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy and operate from a client-centered and trauma-informed lense. I have worked with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, abuse, unstable family dynamics, autism spectrum disorder, mood disorders, behavioral challenges and ADHD.I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect to successful treatment. Collaborating with the client through every step of the treatment allows the client to feel equal and empowered. I also foster communication and improved relationships between the client and their caregivers when appropriate. Identifying patterns, perspectives and emotions allows for the client to feel safe and achieve their goals alongside a supportive counselor.

Location: Lakewood, CO