Kerry Branum

Well, if you’re looking for someone who’s going to nod along, murmur “Hmm, interesting” every few minutes, and let you solve everything on your own, I’m probably not your guy. But if you want a therapist who’s been around the block (and maybe got lost a few times but found some great shortcuts), let’s talk. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with over a decade of experience, a background in education, and enough degrees to wallpaper a small office. I’ve worked with individuals, couples, and families from all over the world, helping them untangle life’s messes with evidence-based therapy, practical strategies, and maybe a little humor when needed. I specialize in working with people who are stuck—whether in relationships, careers, or just trying to figure out what’s next. My style? A mix of straight talk, deep exploration, and the occasional reminder that perfection is overrated. If you’re ready to dig in, challenge old patterns, and build a life that actually works for you, I’m here for it. If you’ve ever tried fixing a wobbly chair by tightening just one screw, only to find it still rocks like a cheap carnival ride, you already understand my approach to therapy. Humans are dynamic systems —not just minds, not just emotions, not just habits, but a constantly adjusting interplay of thoughts, relationships, physiology, and environment. I use Dynamic Human Systems Therapy (DHST) , which means we don’t just slap a bandage on a symptom and hope for the best. Instead, we look at how all the moving parts of your life interact, identifying patterns that keep you stuck and small shifts that can create meaningful change (think butterfly effect, but for mental health). Inspired by Adlerian psychology and chaos theory, this approach is goal-oriented, adaptive, and holistic—helping you regulate your emotions, challenge outdated belief systems, and build sustainable, self-directed change. I believe therapy should be practical, evidence-based, and a little unpredictable—because life is . Whether we’re restructuring cognitive patterns, adjusting relational dynamics, or addressing stress physiology, the goal is the same: helping you move from reactive survival mode to an intentional, thriving life. If that sounds like what you're looking for, let’s get to work. First things first— this isn’t a lecture hall, a confessional, or a self-improvement boot camp . Therapy with me is a working lab, where we roll up our sleeves, test ideas, and tweak what isn’t working in real time. You won’t just leave with deep thoughts and a polite nod—you’ll have practical tools, new perspectives, and a clearer roadmap for where to go next. Because I use Dynamic Human Systems Therapy (DHST) —a fancy way of saying I take a big-picture, adaptive approach—you can expect to: ✅ Understand your patterns —why you think, react, and regulate the way you do. ✅ Break out of cycles that keep you stuck, whether they’re emotional, cognitive, or relational. ✅ Develop self-regulation tools to manage stress, emotions, and life’s inevitable chaos. ✅ Move from reactive to proactive —so you’re not just dodging life’s curveballs but actually choosing your own path. ✅ Gain clarity and confidence in decision-making, relationships, and personal growth. The environment? Structured but flexible, challenging but safe, direct but warm. I won’t just nod along—I’ll ask the hard questions, help you connect the dots, and push when needed. But I’ll also make sure you leave each session feeling supported, empowered, and (when possible) with a sense of humor still intact. 4o.