Kalene McSwain-Faulkner, LCSW, CSW

Kalene McSwain-Faulkner is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a clinical social worker (CSW) with nine years of practice experience. She works with common struggles like stress, anxiety, anger, depression, grief, relationship and parenting concerns, and issues related to trauma and addiction. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish and she accepts international clients.

Kalene draws on her military service and clinical training to keep work practical and direct. She mixes evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) with client-centered and attachment-informed ideas. She also uses motivational and coaching strategies when that approach fits a persons goals.

Her style emphasizes listening, clarifying, and helping people use strengths they already have. She compares therapy to getting an alignment rather than creating something new - the focus is on adjusting patterns so daily life works better. She asks for honest feedback so work can be adjusted over time.

Kalene notes that change usually takes time and multiple sessions. She completed graduate coursework with ongoing continuing education and is currently in the research phase of doctoral studies. Her background includes work across varied ages, cultures, and identities from military and civilian settings.

People who prefer straightforward, goal-oriented sessions that combine coaching and therapeutic techniques may find her approach fits their needs. She encourages active participation and clear communication about what is or is not helping.

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