About me
Hi, I am a licensed clinical social worker.
An area of interest for me is couple communication and marital health. Couples improve their talking by learning new skills. I teach a balanced form of communication.
I had a private Christian based counseling practice for 13 ½ years. So many times, couples eagerly started counseling hoping to make things better, then ended up arguing and fighting in the counselor’s office. I learned that couples need new skills in their willingness to work together. The average couple counseling lasts about 12 sessions or three months. I frequently ask for feedback on how our counseling sessions are. What can be improved?
After retiring in 2006, my wife and I traveled and spent more time with family. In 2013, I returned to couple counseling. I completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. My wife and I taught John Gottman’s book, The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work.
Early in my career, I trained in family systems theory, and attended two workshops led by the late family therapist, Virginia Satir.
My goal is to help you improve your relationship. You can do it!
Work Experience
Child welfare, counseling teenagers in residential treatment, working as a supervisor then family counselor in corrections (women’s treatment center), counseling in a Christian-based private practice, mental health outreach for the elderly, medical social work including ER support, dialysis social work; and, in retirement couples’ classes and counseling. I've enjoyed the variety of people seeking assistance at Better Help.
Ken Halvorson, MSW
Specialties
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationships
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Parenting issues , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Aging and geriatric issues , Blended family issues , Communication problems , Read more...
Clinical approaches:
Gottman Method, Psychodynamic Therapy
Years of Experience: 40
Services offered
Messaging
Phone
Video
Licensing
WA LICSW LW 00005876
Reviews
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Kenneth (Ken) Halvorson. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with Regain might be different.
Ken is great. Very wise and full of sound advice. He seems to really genuinely care for us as clients
Ken was great. He brings years of experience and a big heart to the table
So thankful for Ken, we have been seeing him for years now and he is wonderful and wise.
Ken was a very kind, supportive, and thoughtful therapist throughout the 9 months that my husband and I worked with him. He helped us come together and support one another after many hardships and losses. Our marriage is stronger for it. We thank Ken for all of his diligent work and his ability to reconnect us with the Lord, as well. I would highlight recommend Ken's support to any couple seeking guidance through a challenging time.
He helped us to overcome our challenges, difficulties, and he taught us how to properly communicate with each other. Our marriage improved so much in such a short time. We continue to keep working on our marriage. Thank you again!
I have been very happy with this service.
He’s great and fair.
I've enjoyed my initial 3 sessions with Kenneth. He is very kind and easy to connect with. I look forward to continuing the relationship with Kenneth and the help he will continually providing for my wife and my relationship.
I would recommend the therapy with Kenneth because it helps to review your problems from the side you don’t see and helps you to move forward.
Really appreciate working with Ken, he is kind, personable, and insightful. Has been a great help in working to strengthen our relationship as spouses and parents.