Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Kendal Lardie, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Addiction and Mood Concerns
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 101763
- NPI
- 1245680891
- Experience
- 9 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Kendal supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Addiction support
- Mood management
- Self-esteem work
About Kendal
Kendal Lardie is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California with nine years of professional experience. She works with people who are dealing with addiction, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression. Sessions focus on the issue the client brings that day and how it connects to longer term goals.
Kendal keeps language direct and practical. She emphasizes a respectful working relationship between therapist and client. Conversations are used to identify immediate problems and to plan small, manageable steps forward. She centers the client's priorities rather than imposing a fixed agenda.
In sessions Kendal helps people clarify what matters most and pick concrete actions to try between meetings. That might mean testing a new way to handle a relationship conflict, tracking mood patterns, or experimenting with breathing and grounding when anxiety rises. The focus is on strategies that fit ordinary life.
Her background in social work informs how she looks at problems in context - work, money, health, and community influences are part of the picture. Kendal draws on what is already working for a person and builds from there. She also pays attention to how past experiences shape present choices.
People who prefer straightforward conversation and practical tools often find this style helpful. Kendal asks questions, listens for patterns, and helps set realistic short-term goals. Clients are encouraged to check progress and adjust plans as needed.
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How evidence-based techniques are used in online sessions
Therapy sessions can include evidence-based techniques that focus on specific skills and problem solving. For example, behavioral activation encourages scheduling positive or meaningful activities to counter low mood and depression. That approach helps people notice links between action and mood and regain small routines that make a difference.Another common approach is skills training for mood and emotion management. This involves learning and practicing concrete techniques such as breathing, grounding, and step-by-step ways to respond to intense emotions. These skills can be useful for mood disorders and bipolar-related challenges.
Finding the right mix of methods is collaborative. The therapist will work with the client to identify problems, try approaches, and adjust based on what helps. Clients set priorities and Kendal links techniques to their goals and daily life.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. If visual sessions are difficult, phone check-ins can keep progress moving with less bandwidth or time commitment.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kendal address?
She works with addiction, relationship issues, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and depression.
How does she approach therapy?
She focuses on the client-therapist relationship and practical steps. Sessions center on the most pressing concern and how it links to larger goals.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kendal has nine years of professional work experience in social work and clinical settings.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in California.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers