Testimonials from clients
After going through something life-altering and running from it for too long, I began to search for a therapist. I ‘interviewed’ several before and after Ken but I went with him because his good humor and compassion was evident through the phone and I felt an immediate pull. This has not changed in the few years we’ve worked together.
It hasn’t always been easy to converse regularly with someone who is unflinchingly honest. But I chose to start therapy in order to heal myself. And it is only through brave self-reflection and unerring honesty that self-healing occurs. His honesty is merely an echo of things I already know, whether or not I am ready to acknowledge them.
I can see now, looking back at my work with Ken, that we were always working on this greater goal together, even when I wasn’t aware. A goal, not just to heal the wounds of life, but for me to experience the fullest and grandest way of living and be truly engaged with life in every moment. I can’t think of any greater recommendation for someone than to say that he has gone above and beyond as a therapist and has been personally and fully invested in my greatest good and deepest calling.
– J.O.
I came to Ken 5 years ago with a deep suspicion of therapists, but something about him was different from other people I had tried. He has a gentle, calm, and kind presence. He sits very still and doesn’t take notes, but simply listens intently. I was surprised that we never seemed to talk about the problem I first sought help for, but that gradually the issue faded as we talked about mindfulness, body awareness, living in the present moment, not taking the actions of others personally. There have been many times that we’ve laughed; I’ve found that even issues that seem painful can be very funny, and that Ken has a sense of humor that appears at appropriate moments and can bring a lightness that makes it all more fun even though it is difficult as well. Ken is greatly compassionate, and he also has a willingness to speak his opinion bluntly at times.
Trying to change and grow isn’t easy; I kind of have to drag myself to it kicking and screaming. I am so thankful that I found someone that I respect to help act as a confidant and guide in the process. Respect has been key to our relationship. Even when we talk about things I don’t want to talk about or Ken says things I don’t want to hear, I continue to come back because over the years I’ve developed a profound respect for him. The changes I’ve seen in myself certainly didn’t happen all at once, and often it’s easy to overlook how much I’ve grown. But when stressful events occur in my life I can see how much I actually have changed because I don’t revert back to the same self-destructive behaviors I may have chosen to help me cope 5 years ago. I recommend ken without reservation.
— K.N
I had been to one or two more traditional therapists a few times throughout my life and found that their particular processes were the opposite of what I needed them to be. Instead of moving past my minor problems and embracing the present for what it was, I felt like I was rehashing those minor problems and somehow making them more of an issue. With Ken, I’ve learned to accept what is. I’ve learned to recognize the stories I tell myself on a daily basis and what their value may or may not be. My meditation practice has improved tremendously and my interactions with the world are much gentler than they once were. He has been a supportive, kind, forthright, compassionate and insightful teacher. I highly recommend Ken’s practice to anyone who is looking for a mindfulness based approach.
— F.F.
I’ve seen many different therapists over the years, each with different approaches, but Ken is the one I’ve been going back to, week after week, for years. Ken uses an approach that is empowering; he does not direct, but he walks along side of you, as you choose your own course, encouraging you if you stumble, guiding you gently when you need a reminder. The fact that Ken is an awakened spirit with his own practice, is immediately apparent in his presence. There is a calm, warmth, and joyfulness in his being and in his insights, that is enriching, emboldening, and inspiring.
—K.W.
It might not be easy to stand and face oneself in light of what is real. It may be difficult to see who we are and what life skills and coping mechanisms we have and to dismantle one’s systems of beliefs that stand between us and reality. Yet, working with Ken Andert brought me to be a better understanding of myself, reality as it can be witnessed, and a fuller direct experience of the value of living right here, in just this moment. Ken’s guidance was for me subtle, strong, and at all times clear and concise. He pointed at just the right things where I could experience and appreciate the truth of this life.
— C.P
I have been to therapists throughout my life when I have hit bumps, with mixed reviews. That is why it was so refreshing to work with Ken, as we share similar values and philosophies. This meant we were immediately on the same page and there was an alignment - in terms of transformational psychology — that goes deeper than just the crisis du jour. He listens, probes, coaches towards understanding how and why a person reacts, and puts ideas about dealing with stress or other issues in context as they regard choices and the bigger more universal truths. I also like his sense of humor, which helps keep things in perspective. The ultimate recommendation is that his therapy helped me cope with other personal family issues on my own with the techniques he espoused . Ken’s sessions feel more like sitting with an enlightened teacher than a therapist digging in to analyze the situation. It was an honor to work with Ken, he played a part in my journey.
— MA H
I went to Ken Andert with faith for many years. I found his approach to be very gentle and it did not put me or my husband on the defensive. Ken seems to have good insight about the world and the bigger picture and was able to help me see beyond the current moment or events at hand to find a solution to a lot of the things my mind conceived of as problems. His insight is very helpful and his approach very sincere.
— KK
I’ve seen several therapists and Kenneth is by far the best one I’ve had. He’s down to earth, easy to talk to, and gives practical advice on how to alleviate stress and anxiety through mindfulness and meditation. His sessions have helped me get through some of the most stressful periods of my life, including the loss of a job, my partner’s chronic illness, and the death of a family member.