Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
3409 W 47th St, Unit 102, Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Let's Connect (605) 971-2634

When life feels heavy or unclear, it can be hard to know where to begin. Many people I work with carry quiet overwhelm, old wounds, or patterns that leave them feeling dimmed or disconnected. Therapy becomes a place to pause, breathe, and reconnect with the parts of you that still glow beneath the chaos. My role is to offer a steady, warm space where you can sort through what’s happening with honesty, compassion, and a pace that actually feels manageable.
Together we bring clarity to your inner world, rebuild trust in yourself and others, as well as strengthen the boundaries and grounding you need to feel steady. My style is warm, calm, and direct—aimed at helping you feel safe enough to deepen, not perform. I take a trauma-informed, person-centered approach rooted in grounding, curiosity, and steady support.
I am a licensed clinician, owner of Ember Counseling & Wellness, and an independent contractor providing clinical services through The Becoming Agency. I blend mind-body awareness with practical tools, moving at your pace while helping you reconnect with your inner strength and sense of self. Let’s take the next step together and schedule a free consult!
Call or Email Spencer Kappenman now for a free 15 minute consultation - (605) 971-2634
Let's Connect (605) 971-2634

Finances
Payment Methods
American Express, Apple Cash, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Avera Health Plans
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Sanford Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Wellmark BCBS
Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 971-2634
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of South Dakota / LPC20964 Spencer Kappenman
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended South Dakota State University, MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2023
- Membership with South Dakota Department of Social Services Country Board of Mental Illness 2025
- Certificate from South Dakota Department of Social Services - Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP) 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 971-2634
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Divorce
- Infidelity
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Relationship Issues
- Sexual Addiction
- Spirituality
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 971-2634
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Existential
- Humanistic
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Psychoanalytic
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (605) 971-2634
Location
Primary Location
The Becoming Agency
3409 W 47th St
Unit 102
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
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Nearby Areas
Counties
Spencer Kappenman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Call for a free consultation now - (605) 971-2634