Ian Kepler LCSW

The mind is of the nature of change. When change occurs on a conscious level it takes on a positive, growth oriented direction. What this means ultimately is that, when we pay attention, things get better. To that end I have spend my life developing skills of attention, from Qi Gong and Tai Chi when I was young, to the study of psychology and social work through graduate school and years of intensive residential training in a Zen monastery learning to meditate for the purpose of clarity.

I have now been working in the therapeutic field for over a decade, as a wilderness therapy field guide, an addiction treatment clinical director, and now in private practice. I have developed a therapeutic style which has been shaped by various modalities while emphasizing the use of mindfulness and meditation to help people see into their own experiences directly and clearly. This allows individuals to take control of their own process of self discovery even while treating conditions of trauma, CPTSD, ADHD, anxiety disorders and depression.

In therapy sessions I emphasize curiosity and exploration, in an effort to help you understand the particular patterns of your own thinking feeling and actions which may be causing trouble in your life.

My style is fairly direct, with deep compassion for the difficulties that come with growth and a dedication to see my clients through the process with unwavering care.

Ultimately, any effort to heal and grow is a deeply courageous act and I wish you well in your process.