Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly , LCSW

Kathleen "Kathy" Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 38 years of experience in community behavioral health and educational settings. As an LCSW she is a licensed mental health professional who provides assessment, therapy, and practical support to individuals and groups.

Throughout her career she has assisted people facing traumatic life events, depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, family conflicts, caregiver and parenting challenges, and a range of other concerns including eating and sleeping difficulties, anger, and relationship problems. Her work spans both individual and group formats and includes attention to life transitions, grief, and issues common to young adults and women.

Her counseling style is described as compassionate, non-judgmental, and nurturing. She adapts her methods to meet each person’s needs and preferences, collaborating to set clear goals for sessions. She draws on cognitive-behavioral principles, mindfulness strategies, and stress-management techniques to address practical symptoms and promote coping skills.

Kathy emphasizes the courage it takes to seek help and approaches each person with kindness and respect. She aims to support clients as they work toward clearer goals and improved day-to-day functioning.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Kathleen "Kathy" Kelly uses cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, and trauma-focused methods to address a range of concerns in online sessions. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns; it is often used for anxiety, depression, panic, and problem-solving around daily challenges. Mindfulness therapy teaches attention and stress-reduction skills that can reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, which is helpful for stress, sleep difficulties, and self-esteem. Trauma-focused therapy concentrates on processing and coping with the effects of traumatic events and supports recovery from post-traumatic stress and related symptoms.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kathy works with clients to clarify goals, review what has and has not helped in the past, and tailor techniques to fit each person’s needs and preferences. Together they determine which strategies to focus on and adjust the plan as progress is made.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and some work can proceed through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow continued support during life transitions, and increase accessibility for people who prefer remote sessions with licensed professionals.