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Kerry Adamek

Kerry Adamek, LPC

Therapist in Texas · 10+ years of experience

Practical, strength-based counseling in Texas

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Strengths focused

About Kerry

Kerry Adamek is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Texas with ten years of clinical experience. He focuses on practical help for stress and anxiety, addiction concerns, family conflict, bipolar disorder, and depression. Kerry aims to make the first steps into therapy feel manageable and meaningful for people who are unsure where to start.

He works from a belief that each person knows their own story best. Sessions emphasize the client’s strengths and real-life goals. Kerry uses clear, straightforward conversation to help people notice patterns and try different choices in everyday situations.

His approach pulls from several methods that fit different needs. Kerry may use ideas from acceptance and commitment work to help people move toward valued goals, and cognitive behavioral techniques to spot unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused ideas are used to build momentum and small practical changes.

People meet him for help with stress, anxiety, addictions, and relationship strains at home. He also supports those facing mood disorders, including bipolar disorder, and those coping with feelings of guilt, shame, or questions of life purpose. Kerry speaks English and practices in Texas as an LPC.

He encourages anyone who is ready to start to take the simple step of reaching out. The initial process is a short questionnaire and scheduling, and Kerry helps shape the plan from that first meeting onward.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCodependencyDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

10+ years

Credentials

Texas

Languages

English

How Kerry’s approaches translate to online therapy

Online sessions can use several of Kerry’s core approaches to work on stress, anxiety, addictions, and mood concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small committed actions toward those values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to change how things feel day to day. Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative way to build readiness for change and keep momentum moving forward.

Finding the right mix of methods is part of the process. Kerry approaches this as a collaboration: he listens to goals and preferences, suggests options based on what’s helpful, and adjusts methods as progress is made. The plan is shaped together, not fixed in advance.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. Many people appreciate online work because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Others find video sessions useful for in-depth conversation while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth or being on camera is an issue. Kerry will discuss which format suits your needs when you begin.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Kerry focus on?

Kerry helps people with stress and anxiety, addictions, family conflict, bipolar disorder, and depression. He also addresses concerns like codependency, divorce and separation, and issues around life purpose.

How would you describe his therapeutic style?

His style is straightforward and collaborative, emphasizing a person’s strengths and practical steps. Sessions focus on noticing patterns, trying new behaviors, and setting achievable goals.

What experience does Kerry bring to sessions?

He has 10 years of professional work experience in behavioral health. That background includes working with mood and addiction concerns as well as family-related problems.

What are his credentials and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Texas and practicing there.

In which languages are sessions offered?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people from other countries work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced and billed?

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

How do I begin working with Kerry?

Start by clicking the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to therapist availability.

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