Meet Izaak Davison-Kerwood
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor | Board Approved Supervisor
Izaak is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and doctoral candidate in Clinical Psychology who brings a thoughtful, insight‑oriented, and results‑focused approach to therapy. He believes that many of the challenges people face are rooted in long‑standing patterns—or “loops”—that once served a purpose but now interfere with growth, well‑being, or personal goals. His work centers on helping clients understand these patterns clearly and develop practical, effective ways to move beyond them.
Izaak approaches therapy as a collaborative process of discovery and action. He works to uncover the memories, thoughts, emotional responses, and interpretations that keep unhelpful cycles in place, helping clients gain meaningful insight into why these patterns persist. From there, treatment focuses on translating insight into change—examining which beliefs, coping strategies, and behaviors continue to serve the client and which no longer align with their values or goals.
Grounded in a strengths‑ and values‑based framework, Izaak helps clients reframe challenges not as failures, but as understandable attempts to cope with painful or overwhelming experiences. Together, he and his clients explore the function those responses serve, then intentionally develop alternative strategies that promote flexibility, resilience, and forward movement.
With years of advanced training in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and art‑based interventions, Izaak tailors treatment to each individual’s needs and learning style. Therapy is adaptive and results‑oriented—strategies are tested, refined, and evaluated over time to ensure continued effectiveness. Each session concludes with a clear, actionable plan so progress continues beyond the therapy room.
Izaak values transparency and fit in the therapeutic relationship. He understands finding the right therapist can feel challenging and encourages open conversation about goals, expectations, and approach. He is always willing to consult, adjust direction, or recommend alternative supports if needed. Izaak offers a free consultation and welcomes the opportunity to help clients take their next step toward clarity, growth, and meaningful change.
Izaak sees clients via telehealth and in-person at our Minnetonka Location. He can be reached at: izaak.davison-kerwood@mhsclinics.com or at 612-356-2756 x 700