- Anxiety and depression
- Family of origin issues
- Communication problems
About Drauzin
Drauzin Kern is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with 38 years of clinical experience. He works with adults on concerns such as anxiety, depression, relationship strain, grief, and issues tied to family of origin. He also supports people navigating LGBT questions, intimacy-related struggles, and major life changes.
He uses straightforward talk and practical skills in sessions. He helps people notice unhelpful patterns that started in their family of origin and how those patterns influence current choices and relationships. He also addresses communication problems, codependency, and commitment concerns through clear skill-building and reflection.
His approach draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify thoughts and behaviors that cause distress, and to develop alternatives that fit daily life. Attachment-Based and Client-Centered approaches guide conversations about closeness, boundaries, and how early relationships shape expectations. Existential ideas are used when people question meaning, purpose, or direction.
Sessions focus on improving communication, managing strong emotions like anger or grief, and coping with caregiver stress, illness, or life transitions. He has long experience working with people facing first responder stress, aging issues, and the challenges of divorce and separation.
People can expect pragmatic discussion, reflective feedback, and exercises to try between sessions. To begin, use the online therapy options, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Using therapy approaches online to address family patterns
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then choosing actions that fit personal values. It can help with anxiety, depression, and patterns that came from family expectations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns and improve mood and relationships. Attachment-Based Therapy pays attention to how early relationships shape expectations about closeness and boundaries, and it helps people revise those expectations in present relationships.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try different methods to see what helps. That collaborative process lets the therapist and client adjust focus as new issues come up or priorities shift.
The profile does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and let people choose whether to use video or audio depending on bandwidth or comfort. Licensed professionals can adapt ACT, CBT, and attachment-focused work to remote sessions so clients can practice skills and communication strategies between meetings.
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Experience
38+ years
Listed in
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, and family of origin problems among other areas listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a practical, person-centered style that combines discussion with skills practice. Sessions often include reflection, communication work, and exercises to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 38 years of clinical and behavioral healthcare experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and life-transition issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Louisiana and practices with that credential.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
He accepts international clients. Sessions are conducted in English.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time according to the profile details.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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