Kenneth O'Hearn, LPC-MHSP

Kenneth O'Hearn is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider. He combines three years of clinical therapy experience with a long history of emergency response and military service. His background gives him a practical perspective on crisis, trauma, and addiction. He speaks English and practices in Tennessee.

Before becoming a therapist, Kenneth spent 25 years as a board-certified paramedic. He also served 10 years in the United States Air Force. Those roles exposed him to trauma, substance use, and high-stress work environments.

Kenneth helps people who are managing addiction recovery, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also works with concerns such as dissociation, attachment issues, panic, and post-traumatic stress. He listens for strengths in each person and builds on those resources together.

His style emphasizes practical steps and steady support. Kenneth treats the person, not just the problem, and focuses on what can be done in the here and now. He encourages small changes that add up over time.

Reaching out for help can feel risky, and Kenneth acknowledges that. He offers a calm presence and aims to walk alongside people as they work toward clearer goals and a more satisfying life.

How evidence-based methods translate to online work

Kenneth draws on straightforward, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help people manage trauma, addiction, and mood challenges. One commonly used approach focuses on stabilization and coping skills - teaching breathing, grounding, and practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach emphasizes relapse prevention and structured planning for addiction recovery - identifying triggers, building routines, and rehearsing healthier choices.

Finding the right approach is a joint effort. Kenneth will work with each person to identify which techniques fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. He treats the choice of method as a flexible plan that can be adjusted as progress is made.

If you are considering online sessions, confirm the available session formats before booking since current options are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when that suits your schedule. It can also let someone keep consistent contact with a licensed professional while managing work, recovery, or caregiving responsibilities.