- Focus on work wellbeing
- Practical coping skills
- Gentle relational focus
About Kendra
Kendra Spiva is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, grief, and changes in relationships. She speaks plainly, listens closely, and aims to make therapy feel useful and manageable for everyday life.
She tailors conversations and goals to each person's situation. Sessions focus on practical steps for confidence, motivation, and handling intimacy-related concerns. Kendra also supports people working through loss, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
Her approach draws on several therapy styles to match what a person needs. She uses tools from cognitive behavioral work to notice unhelpful thoughts and from mindfulness to build calmer responses. Attachment-informed ideas help when past relationships affect present trust and closeness.
With six years of professional experience and an Illinois LCSW credential, she brings steady support without jargon. Kendra aims to treat people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping them find what works.
In sessions she helps set small, achievable steps so change feels possible. Conversations are collaborative - goals get adjusted as progress is made. People who want a down-to-earth, goal-focused therapist may find this approach a good fit.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, often called ACT, focuses on clarifying what matters to you and taking steps toward those values even when feelings are hard. It can help with anxiety, low motivation, and coping with loss. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at patterns of thought and behavior and teaches concrete skills to shift them. It is useful for stress, worry, and building confidence.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kendra will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and situation. She adapts techniques over time so sessions match what is working and what needs change.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as this profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when a full hour is not possible, and remove travel time so people can use a break between commitments. Talk with the therapist during the matching step to learn which approaches and session arrangements will best suit your schedule and goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
6+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Kendra works with stress, anxiety, grief, self-esteem, intimacy-related concerns, and coping with life changes. She also addresses related issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, chronic illness, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She blends client-centered listening with practical methods. That includes cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, and attachment-informed conversation to fit each person's needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has six years of professional experience working in clinical settings. That background shapes a practical, steady approach to common life and relationship challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She holds an LCSW license and practices in Illinois. The profile uses the credential LCSW as provided.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided for clients located in the regions that match her Illinois licensure.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific rates are provided during the onboarding process.
How do I begin therapy with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability. The initial steps guide you through matching and booking.