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Kenny Rummell

Kenny Rummell

Therapist · Arkansas

Compassionate counselor for addiction and life change

  • Addictions support
  • Relationship help
  • Family concerns

About Kenny

Kenny Rummell is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Arkansas who helps people facing addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma, and major life changes. He has four years of clinical experience and focuses on practical steps people can use right away. Kenny aims to make the first step feel manageable and straightforward.

In sessions he listens with respect and sensitivity. Conversation and collaborative planning shape the work. He tailors each plan to a person’s situation instead of using a one-size-fits-all approach.

Kenny also addresses concerns that often appear alongside the main issue, such as attachment problems, codependency, caregiver stress, and patterns around commitment and control. He can help people who are dealing with adoption or foster care histories, autism spectrum concerns, or the impact of domestic violence and disruptive mood patterns.

When addiction is part of the picture he focuses on coping strategies and practical changes people can try between sessions. For relationship and family concerns he helps clients talk through communication problems and set clearer boundaries.

Kenny describes his work as a guided process where the client’s goals lead the way. He encourages steady progress and checks in regularly about what is working. The result is a step-by-step plan people can use to move toward better day-to-day functioning.

How evidence-based techniques fit into online care

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques aim to tackle specific problems with clear steps. One common approach focuses on skills training for coping and relapse prevention; it teaches concrete tools to manage cravings, stress, and high-risk situations related to addiction. Another approach emphasizes improving communication and problem solving for relationship and family concerns; it helps people express needs, set boundaries, and resolve recurring conflicts more effectively.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to identify goals and pick approaches that suit those goals and personal preferences. That means adjusting pace, trying different tools, and checking progress together rather than assuming one method fits everyone.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a full appointment would be hard to schedule. It also lets people continue work with a licensed professional from different locations within the same region when scheduling permits. Discuss format and timing during the initial matching steps so sessions align with daily life and goals.

Areas of focus

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseCoping with life changes
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Domestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMen's issuesMoney and financial issuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kenny address?

Kenny works with people dealing with addictions, relationship strain, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and coping with major life changes. He also supports issues like attachment, codependency, caregiver stress, and communication problems.

How would you describe his approach in sessions?

He listens with respect and sensitivity and builds a plan together with the client. Sessions focus on practical steps and checking what helps between meetings.

What is his professional background?

He has four years of experience working as a licensed professional counselor. That practical experience informs how he helps people navigate difficult situations.

Where is he licensed and based?

Kenny holds an AR LPC credential and practices in Arkansas.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with him?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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