Darcie Kelly , LICSW, LCSW

Darcie Kelly is a licensed clinical social worker with 20 years of professional experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, and a wide range of life transitions. She blends evidence-based therapies with practical behavior-change strategies drawn from her graduate training and post-graduate study in Applied Behavior Analysis. Darcie’s background includes a BS in Psychology from Indiana University Bloomington, a Master of Social Work from Walla Walla College in Missoula, Montana, and completion of a non-terminal master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis at Montana State University.

She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW, which indicate licensure as a clinical social worker and advanced clinical training. That training informs a direct, collaborative style that is focused on measurable progress while honoring each person’s individual experience. Darcie has worked with people facing trauma and abuse, eating and body-image concerns, mood disorders and panic, intimacy and relationship issues including polyamory and kink-aware care, parenting and family challenges, and compassion fatigue.

Her approach combines Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, attachment-informed perspectives, cognitive and mindfulness practices, and client-centered listening to tailor treatment to each person’s goals and values. Known for a warm, inviting manner, she seeks to create a nonjudgmental space where practical tools and compassionate support come together to help clients move toward meaningful change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Darcie uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values and take committed steps toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. ACT is useful for anxiety, depression, and situations where avoiding distress limits day-to-day functioning. Attachment-Based Therapy examines patterns formed in close relationships and how those patterns affect current connection, trust, and intimacy; this approach can be especially helpful for relationship concerns, abandonment fears, and attachment-related trauma.

Finding the right approach is part of the work itself, and Darcie collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She combines approaches when appropriate and adjusts the plan over time so therapy stays relevant and practical.

Online therapy with Darcie offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access licensed professionals from home or on the go. These options can make scheduling easier, support continuity of care during life transitions, and provide multiple ways to communicate depending on what feels most helpful for the client.