- CBT skills
- DBT techniques
- EMDR for trauma
About Kevin
Dr. Kevin Lally is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania with 16 years of experience. He works with adults facing anger, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, and issues tied to fatherhood and family of origin.
He keeps sessions direct and practical. People talk about what triggers their anger, how it shows up at work or at home, and which reactions they want to change. He uses clear tools and skills rather than long theory discussions. Sessions are geared toward real-life situations and next steps clients can try between meetings.
Kevin draws on methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address thinking patterns and emotional regulation. He also uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing for trauma-related work and mindfulness practices to improve moment-to-moment coping. Solution-focused techniques help set short-term goals and measure progress.
Before private practice, he worked across clinical settings and also teaches social work at the university level. That background informs a practical, skills-oriented approach and an emphasis on measurable change over time.
He supports people dealing with addictions, compassion fatigue, bipolar mood concerns, PTSD, panic attacks, ADHD, and intimacy-related issues. He also addresses concerns such as guilt, forgiveness, immigration stress, isolation, and sexuality, with attention to how these issues affect daily life.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real situations to change reactions. It is useful for anger that comes from negative thinking patterns and for workplace or relationship triggers. DBT, or Dialectical Behavior Therapy, teaches concrete emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. Those skills help when intensity builds quickly and clients need step-by-step tools to lower arousal. EMDR, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, is used when anger is linked to past trauma; it works by processing distressing memories so they have less charge.Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. The therapist and client will talk about goals, try methods, and adjust as needed. Some clients begin with skills-based work and later add trauma-focused techniques if memories or past events are part of the problem.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how sessions are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people work from a quieter setting or choose a format that needs less video bandwidth. The therapist will discuss what will work best for scheduling, focus, and comfort during the first appointment.
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Experience
16+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related problems does he address?
He works with adults who struggle with losing their temper, resentment that builds over time, anger at work, and living with someone elses anger. Related issues include relationship conflict and intimacy-related problems.
What is his therapeutic style like?
The style is practical and skills-focused. Sessions emphasize identifying triggers, practicing emotion regulation skills, and setting concrete steps to try between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 16 years of experience in social work, including clinical practice and teaching at the university level.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
He accepts international clients; confirm any cross-border details when scheduling.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.