Kendra Scanlon , LCSW

Kendra Scanlon is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in California who brings six years of clinical experience and a commitment to helping people move from survival to thriving. She was licensed in California in 2019 and has supported a diverse range of clients across multiple settings, noticing a common theme - life includes seasons of challenge where added support can make a meaningful difference.

Kendra works with people coping with stress, anxiety, low moods and mood dysregulation, and she supports goals related to increased motivation, self-esteem and confidence. She has experience addressing relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, eating difficulties, anger, and the many adjustments that come with life changes. Kendra also focuses on body image and cultivating self-love as part of broader healing and growth.

Her approach centers on meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them through the reasons and seasons that shape their experience. She encourages clients to recognize the progress inherent in seeking help and to build practical skills and insight to reach the next chapter of their lives. Kendra emphasizes collaboration, resilience, and achievable steps toward improved well-being.

Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Kendra uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques focused on practical skills and healing. She offers skills-based work for stress and anxiety that teaches tools to manage overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. She also uses trauma-informed approaches for clients who have experienced trauma or abuse, helping them process difficult experiences while building safety and emotional regulation. Additionally, Kendra addresses body image and self-esteem through supportive, research-informed strategies that encourage self-acceptance and healthier relationships with the body and self.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Kendra collaborates with each person to determine what fits their needs, goals, and preferences. Together the therapist and client explore options, adjust techniques as progress unfolds, and prioritize what feels most useful in real life.

Online therapy with Kendra is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules and different communication preferences. These options make it easier to access consistent support, attend sessions from home, and maintain momentum in therapy even when life is hectic.