Therapist profile
Kevin McGarvey, LPC
Pennsylvania
Licensed Professional Counselor - Anger and Anxiety
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Pennsylvania / PC014335
- NPI1558001552
- Experience5 years
- LanguagesEnglish
- LocationPennsylvania
About
- CBT strategies
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused steps
About Kevin
Kevin McGarvey is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with five years of clinical experience. He works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar challenges, addictions, and relationship concerns. He also supports people dealing with grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD.
Kevin has spent much of his time in partial hospital settings, working with people who have significant mental illness. He also has experience in individual outpatient care and has worked extensively with people diagnosed with personality disorders. That background shapes how he sees complex, recurring problems and strong emotional reactions.
His approach starts from the idea that the client is the expert in their own life. Diagnosis is less important than the factors that contribute to how someone feels. Sessions focus on understanding those factors and on practical ways to manage stressors that make anger or anxiety worse.
In sessions he keeps things relaxed and direct. He asks about a person's history and current situation to get a clear picture before suggesting ways to move forward. Techniques draw on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral ideas, mindfulness, existential questions, and solution-focused steps.
Kevin invites questions before beginning work and aims to shape each session around the issues a person brings. He explains options and helps set short-term goals for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day functioning.
How sessions work
How his therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-centered therapy emphasizes listening and reflecting back what a person says. It helps people feel understood and clarifies what matters most when anger or stress come up. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the connection between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is commonly used for anxiety, anger, and mood problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kevin will talk with each person about goals and preferences, then try methods that match those aims. He sees therapy as collaborative and adjusts techniques based on what helps most in practice.
The practical benefits of working online include fitting sessions into a busy schedule and making it easier to attend regular check-ins. If you plan to start, confirm the exact session formats available before booking since the biography does not list them. Online work can allow shorter check-ins, quieter surroundings, or sessions that do not require being on camera, depending on the options offered. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep progress steady while balancing everyday life.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship issues, grief, sleep problems, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD.
What is his general approach in sessions?
He uses a relaxed, client-centered approach that focuses on understanding what contributes to symptoms and finding practical ways to manage them.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has five years of professional work experience, including time in partial hospital settings and individual outpatient care.
What are his credentials and where does he practice?
He is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and he is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats does he offer?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What do I do to start working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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