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Kenneth Rigsby

Kenneth Rigsby, LCSW

Florida

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LCSW - Depression and Relationships

  • LGBT support
  • Guilt and shame
  • Communication skills

About Kenneth

Kenneth Rigsby is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida with 22 years of experience. He works with adults who are managing depression, trauma and abuse, relationship concerns, and strong emotions like anger. He also focuses on issues related to LGBT identity, communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and building self-love.

Rigsby uses a client-centered approach that centers on practical conversation and emotional processing. In sessions he helps people name what they are feeling and figure out steps to handle those feelings in daily life. He listens for patterns that keep people stuck and suggests ways to shift them.

When shame or guilt is part of the story, he helps people sort where those feelings come from and how they affect behavior and relationships. That can look like talking through specific incidents, practicing different ways of responding, or examining long-standing beliefs about the self.

His work often includes improving communication skills for strained relationships. He focuses on clear, direct language and small behavioral changes that make a difference in how people relate to others. He also helps people explore forgiveness on their own terms and identify what would feel realistic and honest for them.

Sessions are practical and conversational. People leave with things to try between meetings and with clearer ideas about next steps. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session.

How therapeutic approaches map to online work

Evidence-based therapeutic techniques often used in this kind of work include trauma-informed methods and interpersonal-focused strategies. Trauma-informed approaches help people understand how past events affect current feelings and reactions, and they can guide practical steps for managing triggers and intrusive memories. Interpersonal techniques focus on communication and relationship patterns, teaching clearer ways to express needs and set boundaries.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist and client discuss symptoms, goals, and preferences and then try methods that fit those aims. That plan can change as progress is made or as different priorities emerge.

Confirm the current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins during a workday. They can also help when quieter surroundings or less bandwidth are needed, or when someone prefers not to be on camera. Licensed professionals work with clients to decide what format and pace work best for their needs.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

LGBTRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseAnger managementDepression

Additional focus areas

Communication problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameSelf-love

Experience

22+ years

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does he work with?

He works with depression, trauma and abuse, relationship issues, anger, and LGBT related concerns. Additional focus includes communication problems, forgiveness, guilt and shame, and self-love.

How does he approach guilt and shame?

He helps people trace where guilt and shame come from and how those feelings shape behavior. Work can include talking through incidents, shifting self-beliefs, and practicing different responses.

What is his background and experience?

He has 22 years of clinical experience as a social worker supporting adults through emotional and relational challenges.

What credential and region does he represent?

He is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices there.

Does he offer sessions in other languages?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with him?

He does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions scheduled and paid for?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.

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