- Trauma informed care
- Grief and loss
- Guilt and shame
About Kerry
Kerry Hendershot is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho with three years of experience. He works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem struggles, and depression. Kerry also lists concerns such as guilt and shame, attachment issues, and caregiver stress among his focus areas.
Kerry tends to speak plainly in sessions. He uses relatable examples and pop culture references to build rapport and explain ideas. Conversations aim to identify what feels stuck and to look at practical steps forward. Sessions are described as sometimes challenging but also able to bring relief and new perspective.
He spent over two years at a nonprofit providing services for people who experienced trauma, abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence. That work informs how he approaches safety, boundaries, and pacing in therapeutic work. Kerry says he focuses on grief, exploring personal values, and self-discovery.
Kerry began work as a licensed counselor in May 2023. He presents therapy as collaborative, using straightforward language and everyday analogies to make concepts easier to use outside sessions. He invites direct conversation about goals and what methods feel most useful.
People who prefer a conversational style and concrete examples may find his approach clear and approachable. He frames therapy as something that can be relieving and useful rather than only difficult. Prospective clients are asked to follow the site's intake steps to connect and schedule a first session.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often include approaches that focus on processing trauma and approaches that address mood and anxiety. Trauma-focused work helps people notice how past events still affect daily feelings and reactions, and it uses gradual, paced steps to reduce reactivity and build coping skills. Approaches for anxiety and depression tend to focus on changing patterns of thought and behavior that keep distress going, and on practicing small changes that make day-to-day life easier.Finding the right method is part of the work. Kerry will discuss different techniques and decide together which fits a person's needs, goals, and preferences. That collaborative process means methods may shift as progress is tracked and priorities change.
The practical benefit of remote sessions is fitting therapy into a busy life. Confirm the exact session formats offered before booking, as the public profile does not list specific formats. Online work can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people meet from a quieter location or during a break at work. Licensed professionals can use video or phone in ways that make it easier to keep consistent appointments and to apply new skills between sessions.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem issues, and depression. He also lists related focuses such as guilt and shame, attachment issues, and caregiver stress.
How would he approach feelings of shame or guilt?
He uses plain language and everyday analogies to talk through guilt and shame. The work focuses on understanding what keeps those feelings active and finding practical steps to move forward.
What is his background and experience?
He has three years of clinical experience and worked more than two years at a nonprofit serving people who experienced trauma, abuse, sexual assault, and domestic violence. He became an LPC in May 2023.
What credential does he hold and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho. The profile lists Idaho as his location.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does he work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and location.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session. That process connects you to the scheduling steps on the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.