About Kess
Dr. Dennis “Kess” Obienu is a compassionate intern who integrates his extensive background in spiritual care with clinical mental health counseling to provide empathetic support to individuals, couples, families, and members of minority ethnic groups seeking a holistic approach to health and wellness. Grounded in the principle of cura personalis – care for the whole person, Dr. Kess’s practice addresses the interconnected needs of body, mind, and soul. He has acquired substantial clinical expertise by working with individuals in hospices, hospitals, nursing homes, and those with intellectual and physical disabilities. As a Chaplain in the United States Army, Dr. Kess is acutely aware of the profound impact that traumatic events and grief can have on individuals and families throughout their life journeys. He demonstrates a keen sensitivity to the repercussions of marginalization and cultural differences, ensuring his approach remains both inclusive and attentive to each client’s unique context and dignity.
- Doctorate of Education – Healthcare Administration – American College of Education, Indiana (2024)
- Master of Science – Clinical Mental Health Counseling – Thomas University
- Master of Arts – Theological Studies – Notre Dame Seminary
- Licenses & Certifications:
- Clinical Pastoral Education (CPE)
- Board Certified Chaplain with Specialty in Grief Care
- Certified Suicide First Aid Interventionist (ASSIST)
Q: Why is finding the right therapist crucial for a successful therapeutic journey?
A: As a counselor in training, I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and trauma-informed space where individuals experiencing grief and trauma can process their pain with honesty, dignity, and support. My goal is to create an environment where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their experiences, make meaning of their loss, and begin the healing process at their own pace.
Q: What approach do you take to therapy?
A: I take a client-centered approach to therapy, with a focus on supporting individuals navigating grief and trauma. I integrate evidence-based techniques that are responsive to each client’s unique experiences, needs, values, and goals. By honoring the whole person -mind, body, and spirit. I provide compassionate, personalized care that creates a safe space for processing loss, healing from trauma, and rebuilding a sense of meaning, resilience, and hope.
- Languages spoken by this providerEnglish
Dissertation: Perspectives of Contingency Leadership and Employee Turnover Post-COVID-19 in Louisiana: A Basic Qualitative Study
Other Team Members
Dr. Gerald Igboanusi
Sharon Hill
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