Being at peace in the world as we face life's stresses and difficulties. This is the place I hope to bring my clients. Life is a challenge - one finds sadness and joy; darkness and light; despair and hope. We can learn how to face all of these experiences, accepting both the consolation and the trials inherent in each. I can help clients navigate this great journey, as they build the habits needed to bring fullness of life. I hold a Master's degree in Social Work from Portland State University and have practiced in the areas of adults, children & families, couples, and geriatrics for nearly 20 years. I focus on working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, & grief. I have substantial experience working with binge-eating disorder, geriatrics, substance use, sexual abuse, child abuse, domestic violence, and suicide. I developed my clinical experience at Vitas Healthcare (hospice), the Seminole Tribe of Florida, and other agencies both in the United States and the United Kingdom.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
As we work together, we will develop a plan that fits the goals you would like to accomplish in therapy. In each session you will learn new ways to face the difficulties that arise in your life. You should expect, as with any change you want in your life, that sometimes you may find the process difficult. But what is most amazing, is how the difficulty will also bring a sense of hope in your life. You can begin to see a light at the end of the tunnel.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I believe my biggest strength would be my ability to be genuine, to connect with the pain being expressed during the time of therapy. Also, that through this connection, I am able to help you challenge yourself to change and to live a life that is filled with a sense of purpose and mission.
EMDR
This therapy has changed the lives of my clients. It is highly effective and people get better sooner. If you would like to learn more about this therapy, go to this link: https://www.emdria.org/about-emdr-therapy/
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
This therapy helps my clients to notice, learn about, and correct distortions in their thinking - and to then experience less emotional disturbance.
7 ratings with written reviews
December 5, 2025
Kelli’s kindness is so helpful in this process of healing. Her knowledge of EMDR therapy is amazing and I’m so grateful to have found her!
November 18, 2025
I feel very comfortable with Kelli and look forward to her help in dealing with my stress and issues.
November 14, 2025
Wish I could check all the boxes, but that’s no. Kelli put me at ease from the first moment; I opened up completely, without reservations or fear. I shared some deeply personal stuff m with her, at which point most therapist would refer me out, or just cut & run. I even had a therapist who laughingly diagnosed me a FUM, ( I’m leaving it to you to decipher) Kelli was a warm while maintaining a professional demeanor I am hopeful that this is the start of a long & productive partnership