Donna Kennedy, LCSW, LCADC
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Westfield, NJ
Online & In-Person
Free initial consultation
About me
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor with 15 years of experience in both inpatient and outpatient treatment settings. I provide compassionate, nonjudgmental support and interventions that respect and honor clients' dignity, strengths and personal beliefs .
Utilizing the well-researched and widely-respected Gottman Method, re: therapy specializes in working with couples who want to improve communication, increase intimacy and strengthen their relationships. re: therapy welcomes couples who are married, premarital, partnered, separated, divorced or contemplating divorce.
In a safe and comfortable space, re: therapy offers a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth and fulfillment they’re striving for.
re: therapy is re-imagining therapy. We are a synergistic health and wellness center, supporting and emphasizing the inseparable mind-body connection. re:therapy provides a warm, compassionate environment in which to share and move toward increased balance and potential, in a peaceful, comfortable and inviting setting, much like being in your own living room.
re:new & re:connect : If your goal is to improve communication within family or personal relationships we will work collaboratively to identify problems & solutions for effective communication. I am Level 3 Trained in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and use Gottman Method Couples Therapy, the most well-researched couples therapy that combines the knowledge and discernment of four decades of research and clinical practice. Through research-based interventions and specific exercises, couples learn how to break through barriers and achieve a greater understanding, connection, and intimacy in their relationships through an emotionally-focused approach that helps couples to discover shared fondness, admiration and meaning.
re:create : If life transitions are causing distress, we can work together help realize improved self-awareness, self-motivation and creativity to attain a life of peaceful balance and overall well-being and satisfaction.
re:discover your potential: Issues with addiction, dual-diagnosis and codependency: I am experienced and highly skilled in inpatient & outpatient substance abuse and psychiatric settings and will work with you to establish healthy, effective coping skills for achieving and maintaining a meaningful and lasting life of recovery.
Through compassionate listening my goal is to build a trusting relationship in a safe space wherein empowerment is attainable. As each individual is unique, I utilize blends of various therapeutic techniques based on your specific intentions, goals, and expectations.
re:focus: "What you put your intention on grows strong in your life" ~ Maharishi Mahesh Yogi.
License
License(s)
Education
Rutgers School of Social Work
Fees and insurance
Cost per session
$250 - $300Accepted payment methods
- Cash
- Check
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Paypal
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Credit Card
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Accepted credit cards
- Visa
- Mastercard
- American Express
- Discover
Specialties and clinical interests
- Alcohol or Drug Use/Addictions
- Anxiety
- Divorce & Separation
- Family Conflict
- Grief & Loss
- Law Enforcement/First Responders
- Life Coaching
- Pre-Marital & Marital Issues
- Relationships
- Stress/Stress Management
- Substance Use Disorders
Therapy types
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness
Community specialties
- Veterans
Faith-based specialties
- Christianity
Licensed to see clients in
Years in practice
Service types
- Therapy / Counseling
Types of clients
- Adults (18+)
- Individuals
- Couples
- Families
- Parents & Caregivers
Languages
- English
Website and social media