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Kevin Farrell, LCSW

  • Experience20 years
  • LocationConnecticut
  • Focus areasADHD, Addictions, and LGBT
  • Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Kevin

Kevin Farrell is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with roughly 20 years of clinical experience who helps adults navigate a wide range of emotional and practical challenges, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and life transitions.

Background and approach

Based in Connecticut and licensed in California and Connecticut (CA LCSW 22616, CT LCSW 13583), he emphasizes a collaborative, goal-oriented partnership in which the client and therapist agree on aims and steps forward.

He draws on an eclectic mix of psychotherapeutic methods - primarily psychodynamic ideas, cognitive behavioral techniques, and existential perspectives - to tailor interventions to each person s situation. Kevin often blends solution-focused strategies with deeper exploration of patterns and meaning so clients build better coping skills, clarify priorities, and strengthen resilience.

He seeks ongoing feedback during treatment to refine the approach and keep work aligned with clients needs. Known for a nonjudgmental and respectful manner, Kevin aims to create a trusting alliance that supports progress toward clearer goals and improved quality of life.

He works with adults on issues ranging from mood disorders and ADHD to substance concerns, identity matters, and end-of-life or caregiving challenges.

Therapeutic approaches for online work and practical flexibility

Kevin commonly integrates cognitive behavioral therapy and psychodynamic therapy in online work. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and building practical skills for managing symptoms such as anxiety, depression, ADHD-related challenges, or stress. Psychodynamic therapy explores longstanding patterns, interpersonal themes, and underlying meanings that shape current difficulties, which can help with relational problems, identity questions, and emotional patterns.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to clarify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods over time so the therapy fits the client's needs, values, and preferences rather than locking into a single model from the outset.

Online formats like video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent care amid busy schedules or geographic constraints. These options offer flexibility in pacing, allow for brief check-ins or more in-depth sessions, and can help people maintain continuity of work while balancing other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kevin commonly address?
He works with adults on a broad range of issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, trauma, bipolar disorder, and life transitions. Additional focus areas include gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, and aging-related concerns.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His approach is collaborative and client-centered, blending psychodynamic exploration, cognitive behavioral strategies, and existential perspectives with solution-focused techniques. He emphasizes agreement on goals and ongoing feedback during therapy.
What is his clinical background and experience?
Kevin has about 20 years of experience as a clinical social worker and psychotherapist, after transitioning into social work from an earlier media career and completing a Master of Social Work.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is based in Connecticut and holds licenses as CA LCSW 22616 and CT LCSW 13583. His practice reflects these licensure credentials.
Does he offer services in multiple languages or to international clients?
Sessions are provided in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Kevin offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost depend on?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on those factors.
How do I begin working with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsLGBTSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCommitment issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Existential TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy

Experience

20+ years

Licensed

California, Connecticut

Languages

English

What Kevin can help with

Kevin Farrell works with clients on addictions, LGBT, self esteem, and coping with life changes.

How Kevin approaches therapy

Kevin's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Existential Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy.

Experience and training

Kevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Connecticut, with 20 years of clinical experience.