Kennedy Fipps
(She/Her) Now accepting new clients, evenings/weekends + in person or virtual
I specialize in adult individual therapy, with a specific focus on substance use, anxiety disorders, and other mood disorders. I have experience working with the unhoused and individuals in addiction recovery, executing re-entry simulations for community groups, and serving survivors of sexual violence. Additionally, I am experienced in supporting parents in their perinatal and postpartum journeys through birth support as a doula and therapeutically in an intensive outpatient setting.
As a queer-identifying woman, I am passionate about building intentional relationships with clients upon the foundation of trust, respect, and communication. My goal is to create a warm, safe, and inclusive space for clients to explore their identities, embrace their stories, and become the catalyst for growth into their most compassionate and accepting selves. I frequently use evidence-based modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Somatics to support clients.
As an ever-evolving therapist, I value regular collaborative consultation with my peers, mentors, and other networking professionals. I also greatly benefit from nourishing myself with consistent therapy, boundary-setting, and spending time with my cats to recharge.
About Kennedy
Training & Certifications
Master of Social Work at North Carolina State University
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
DONA and Birth Behind Bars (BBB) Trained Birth Doula
Trained in perinatal mental health through Postpartum Support International
Certified Youth Allyship Trainer through NC Division of Public Health
Currently pursuing an associate addiction specialist's license with weekly supervision
Focus Areas
Adults, Parents
Anxiety
Depression
Identity Development
Perinatal and Postpartum
Self Acceptance
Self Compassion
Substance Use
Experience
Experience in working with, and self-identifying, with the LBGTQIA+ community
Experience in working with perinatal and postpartum people and partners, individuals in addiction recovery, and advocating for survivors of domestic abuse.
Work in long-term recovery setting, nonprofit organizations, and intensive outpatient therapy.
Birth Doula