Kimberly Ennis, LCSW
Kimberly Ennis, LCSW for trauma and stress recovery
- Trauma informed care
- Strengths based approach
- Culturally sensitive practice
About Kimberly Ennis
Kimberly Ennis is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 15 years of professional experience working across diverse settings. As a United States Army veteran, she brings practical insight into the ways culture, environment, and life experience shape emotional health and coping. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from East Carolina University in Greenville, North Carolina, and is licensed to practice in the state of North Carolina.
Her practice emphasizes a client-focused, strengths-based approach that centers each person’s values and goals. She integrates evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and dialectical behavioral therapy, to tailor treatment to the situation at hand. Kimberly places particular emphasis on cultural responsiveness and strives to create a compassionate, inclusive space where people from varied backgrounds can feel respected and understood.
Her clinical interests include anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, with a specific focus on supporting people who struggle with PTSD. She approaches therapy as a collaborative journey built on trust and openness, working with clients to develop practical skills, process difficult experiences, and move toward meaningful changes in daily life.
Her practice emphasizes a client-focused, strengths-based approach that centers each person’s values and goals. She integrates evidence-based therapies, including cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic techniques, and dialectical behavioral therapy, to tailor treatment to the situation at hand. Kimberly places particular emphasis on cultural responsiveness and strives to create a compassionate, inclusive space where people from varied backgrounds can feel respected and understood.
Her clinical interests include anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma, with a specific focus on supporting people who struggle with PTSD. She approaches therapy as a collaborative journey built on trust and openness, working with clients to develop practical skills, process difficult experiences, and move toward meaningful changes in daily life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kimberly Ennis have?
Kimberly Ennis has 15 years of experience.
Is Kimberly Ennis a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). License details: NC LCSW C006251.
In which languages does Kimberly Ennis provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Kimberly Ennis located?
She is located in North Carolina.
How can I work with Kimberly Ennis as my therapist?
You can work with Kimberly Ennis through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kimberly Ennis work with international clients?
Kimberly Ennis does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kimberly Ennis cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Kimberly Ennis uses a range of proven approaches to help clients address symptoms and build coping skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression and improve daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skill-building in areas like emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a trauma-focused method that helps people process distressing memories and reduce their emotional impact, often benefiting those working through PTSD or significant traumatic events.Finding the right approach is part of the treatment process. Kimberly works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and she adapts techniques over time so therapy fits the individual rather than forcing a single method.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility by allowing sessions by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, access support from home or work, and maintain continuity of treatment when life circumstances change, while still working with licensed professionals and therapists who guide the clinical process.