Dr. Kerene Brown - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

7 years experience | Counselor of Color

About Dr. Kerene Brown

As a licensed therapist in Georgia & DC, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex life transitions, personal growth, and emotional challenges. My approach centers on empowering clients to develop deeper self-understanding and resilience, particularly for adults, young adults and women experiencing workplace stress, social anxiety, and personal identity exploration.

I bring a compassionate, culturally responsive perspective to therapy, with expertise in addressing mood disorders, communication difficulties, and life purpose challenges. My practice focuses on helping clients work through guilt, shame, attachment issues, and personal transformation.

Drawing from evidence-based practices, I create a supportive environment where individuals can explore their experiences, develop healthy coping strategies, and cultivate meaningful personal growth. I’m committed to meeting each client exactly where they are, honoring their unique journey and strengths.

Licenses

LCSW

CSW007577

LICSW

LC200002009

Professional experience

ADHD
Anger management
Bipolar disorder
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
LGBT
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Aging and geriatric issues
Antisocial personality
Attachment issues
Avoidant personality
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Immigration issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Prejudice and discrimination
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Somatization
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
Existential Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Dr. Brown is understanding and caring! She is an amazing therapist who always reminds me of my accomplishments when I'm doubting myself.”

“Love love”

“Dr. Brown has the incredible combination of kindness, compassion and professionalism. You know that she has your best interest at heart, while maintaining a therapeutic and professional mindset. I am very grateful for her.”

“Dr. Brown creates a non-judgmental atmosphere, and helps you guide through your thinking process,”

“I feel like Dr.Brown is a great listener”

“Dr. Brown is a wonderful therapist. She is a calming presence and very intentional in her questioning and responses. I so appreciate what I’ve learned in my time working with her.”

“She’s intelligent, kind, provides feedback and constructive guidance. A wonderful person to work with”

“I cannot recommend Dr. brown enough. As a therapist myself, she exceeds all expectations. Professional, gentle, kind, encouraging, and nonjudgmental. She easily builds rapport and is extremely insightful.”

“She’s great and good and figuring out all that’s going on and what can be done for better”

“Dr. Brown is so wonderful! She takes the time to just listen to me vent and helps me navigate through feelings I don't understand. She is so patient, kind, and very personable. I absolutely love Dr. Brown. I'm so thankful I have found her and for how much she has helped me navigate through.”

“Dr. Brown is a great listener who thoughtfully guides each conversation and takes the time to clearly explain concepts. The homework is practical and manageable, which makes the process feel encouraging rather than overwhelming. I’ve had a few sessions so far and am genuinely excited to continue.”

“Although I have only been meeting with her briefly, Dr. Brown has been a great therapist.”

“We’ve done a few sessions together and I love how she gives space to talk, but has helped me to keep on track and build goals.<br /> <br /> She’s kind, calm and has gently pushed me to work on being more mindful. <br /> <br /> Would definitely recommend her to people with anxiety or struggle with difficult past events”

“Dr. Brown is extremely professional and understanding. In addition, she is a great listener and cares about your progress . She is a wonderful therapist !”

“A year on and she is still the best therapist I could have asked for, professional and knowledgeable to boot”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.