LCSW-R
Teresa Kelly , LCSW-R
Therapist in New York
Online therapy - get matched and start messaging.
About Teresa
Teresa approaches each person as the expert of their own story, helping them identify and build on existing strengths while developing practical skills to manage distress. She emphasizes collaboration and respect, encouraging clients to take the steps they feel ready for while offering steady guidance through difficult moments. Teresa understands that beginning therapy can take courage and she celebrates the decision to reach out as an important step toward change.
Available to accept new clients in New York, she offers a patient, strengths-focused stance aimed at helping people regain balance, cope more effectively, and move toward goals that matter to them.
Evidence-Based Approaches and Flexible Online Care
Teresa integrates evidence-based, skills-focused techniques that help people learn practical coping tools for stress, anxiety, and everyday challenges. These approaches emphasize teaching concrete strategies readers can use between sessions to manage symptoms and improve functioning. She also uses trauma-informed methods to support those coping with trauma, abuse, and complicated grief - focusing on safety, pacing, and processing difficult experiences in ways that respect each person’s readiness. Additionally, her strengths-based orientation highlights personal resources and resilience to support recovery and growth.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Teresa partners with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time so care aligns with what works best for each individual. This collaborative stance helps clients feel more engaged and supported in shaping their treatment.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to fit sessions into busy lives and to access consistent support from anywhere in New York. These formats allow for flexible scheduling, continuity of care during transitions, and multiple ways to communicate so clients can choose what feels most comfortable and useful for them.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Teresa Kelly have?
Teresa Kelly has 20 years of professional experience working with adults on a range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma, grief, and relationship issues.
Is Teresa Kelly a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW-R and is licensed in New York. License details are NY LCSW-R 055845.
In which languages does Teresa Kelly provide therapy?
Teresa provides therapy in English.
Where is Teresa Kelly located?
Teresa is located in New York.
How can I work with Teresa Kelly as my therapist?
You can work with Teresa through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Teresa Kelly work with international clients?
Teresa Kelly does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Teresa Kelly cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and Teresa's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with Teresa. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
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Experience
20+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English
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