Kendelle Pitts, LPCA
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Associate who aims to work through your emotional pain with you in a supportive and compassionate manner. My experience involves outpatient and intensive outpatient therapy revolving around substance use, mental health, and anger management. My approach is an empathetic and evidence-based mixture of person-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and motivational interviewing with the goal of helping you achieve a feeling of stability and satisfaction in your life. This approach allows us to explore your experiences, identify patterns that may be contributing to distress, and develop practical strategies for positive change.
I have expertise supporting:
Substance use and recovery – including relapse prevention and building strategies for sustainable change
Anger management – identifying triggers and developing healthier coping strategies
Mental health concerns – helping individuals manage symptoms and develop skills for improved emotional well-being
Life instability and stressors – including experiences related to recovery and major life transitions
Legal system involvement and reentry challenges – supporting individuals referred through court systems and those navigating life after incarceration
Education & Clinical Background
I received my Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health and Counseling with a Forensic Concentration from the University of New Haven. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Natural Sciences with a Physics minor from Manhattanville University.
I have worked with adults going through substance use recovery, legal issues, homelessness, and learning to manage symptoms of various mental health concerns. My education and training have prepared me to work with people going through vast mental health, substance misuse, and carceral related issues. I am committed to working with clients collaboratively to achieve their mental health goals, emphasizing client autonomy and respect throughout every step of the process.