Licensed clinical social worker recordKansas
Louis Koch, LSCSW, LCSW
Kansas
Licensed clinical social worker - stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LSCSW, LCSW
- Licensed in Kansas
- LSCSW, licence LSCSW 0278
- Licensed in Missouri
- LCSW, licence 002911
- NPI
- 1386855831
- Experience
- 40 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Kansas
These details come from information Louis 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
- Stress and anxiety
- Addictions support
- Relationship concerns
About Louis
Louis Koch is a licensed clinical social worker with licenses listed as KS LSCSW and MO LCSW and 40 years of professional experience. He helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, relationships, depression, trauma, grief and related issues. Louis presents himself as steady and direct in sessions. He encourages people to take the first step toward getting help and starts there.
In sessions he focuses on clear conversation and practical next steps. He listens to what is happening now and asks about patterns that repeat over time. He uses familiar therapies to address thoughts, feelings and behavior so people can try different ways to cope and recover from setbacks.
Louis usually works at a pace that fits the person sitting across from him. He pays attention to everyday pressures such as work, family demands, money and health. He also brings four decades of experience to challenges like addiction, grief, sleep and eating concerns, and issues tied to identity or intimacy.
He draws on several approaches including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior ideas, emotionally-focused work and existential perspectives. Those approaches guide short-term problem solving and deeper exploration when needed. He aims to help people find manageable steps toward better day-to-day functioning.
If you are ready to start, the typical process is to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how you will meet.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches used for online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on the person's experience in the room and on clear listening. It helps people talk through what matters to them and to set practical goals for daily life.Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, looks at thought patterns that influence moods and actions. It is useful for anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns because it breaks problems into specific skills and steps.
Dialectical behavior therapy, DBT, teaches concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when strong feelings, impulsive behavior or relationship conflicts get in the way of functioning.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made and new issues appear.
Confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life - for example, by reducing travel time, allowing a shorter check-in on a work break, or letting someone choose not to use video when bandwidth is limited. Discuss practical arrangements with the therapist when scheduling your first session.
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Experience
40+ years
Listed in
Kansas, Missouri
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addictions, LGBT-related concerns, relationship issues, depression, trauma, grief and many related areas listed in his profile.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses clear conversation and practical steps, combining client-centered listening with methods that address thoughts and behaviors.
How long has he practiced?
He has 40 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as KS LSCSW and MO LCSW and lists Kansas as his location.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time and cost varies with location.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
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