(she/her)
Often rebooked
I work with people who are tired of repeating the same patterns and are ready for real change. Many of my clients are navigating trauma patterns, boundary struggles, and life transitions that disrupt their sense of stability. I’m direct, honest, and down to earth. I’ll point out patterns, blind spots, and ways you may be holding yourself back while staying grounded and respectful. Clients often say I “tell it like it is,” but still feel seen and supported. I also bring a sense of humor into the work when it fits. Therapy doesn’t have to feel stiff or overly clinical to be meaningful. Some conversations will be deep and challenging, and others will include moments of levity, humor, or calling things out in a way that just feels real. You don’t have to filter yourself here. You can speak freely even if that means being blunt, emotional, messy, using whatever language feels natural to you, or even a sarcastic joke that comes in the middle of a tough conversation. I’m not focused on perfection; I’m focused on honesty and helping you actually move forward. This work is a good fit if you’re open, willing to be challenged, and ready to apply what we discuss outside of sessions. I'm all about giving practical tools to help you grow and heal. Venting is important, but learning skills to help find balance is what makes life's circumstances easier to manage.
Our first session is about determining fit. I want to understand what’s bringing you in, what you’ve already tried, what you want to be different, and what you’re hoping to get out of therapy. I’ll ask direct questions to get a clear picture of what’s going on, and you’re welcome to ask me anything about how I work. This is a collaborative process. I’m not here to tell you what to do, but to help you think clearly, recognize patterns, and decide how you want to move forward. You don’t need to have everything figured out, but having some sense of what you want or need, even if it’s vague, is helpful. By the end, we should both have a sense of whether it makes sense to continue. If not, I’ll help you think through next steps or referrals. I’d rather be honest upfront than waste your time or money.
My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, drawing from ACT and motivational interviewing to support meaningful, sustainable change. I focus on what actually works by helping you understand patterns, build skills, and apply what we discuss in real life. I emphasize personal responsibility and agency. While your experiences and relationships matter, lasting change comes from focusing on what’s within your control rather than waiting for others or circumstances to shift. I’ll help you identify where fear, avoidance, or old patterns are keeping you stuck, while supporting you in building more effective ways of responding. I balance honesty with relatability. I’m not a blank slate therapist, and I want us to have normal, human interactions.
My ideal clients are insightful, introspective, and aware that something in their life or patterns needs to change, even if they’re not sure how yet. Many are navigating anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, life transitions, emotional overwhelm, long-standing relational patterns, or complex relationship dynamics beneath a high-functioning exterior. They understand that while life circumstances, their pasts, and relationships impact them, lasting change requires focusing on what is within their control. They are open to accountability, willing to reflect on their role in patterns, and open to having their thinking challenged. They are motivated to work toward change rather than waiting for others or external situations to shift first. They’re looking to feel empowered, not stuck in the same cycles or defined by their circumstances. My approach resonates with clients who value honesty and recognize that achieving meaningful change requires consistent effort. It is less suitable for those who primarily seek validation without a desire for change, those who focus on changing others, or those who believe they can only feel good if external circumstances are perfect. Additionally, it may not be the best fit for individuals who are overly concerned with diagnoses or labels instead of addressing the underlying issues.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
Person-centered therapy emphasizes collaboration, respect, and trust in your lived experience. I work from the belief that you are the expert on yourself, and my role is to support insight, growth, and change in a way that aligns with your values.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT focuses on building psychological flexibility by helping you clarify values, relate differently to difficult thoughts and emotions, and take meaningful action. Rather than trying to eliminate discomfort, we work on changing your relationship to it so it has less control over your life.
Motivational Interviewing
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative approach that helps clarify ambivalence and strengthen internal motivation for change. I use MI to support self-directed, sustainable change rather than pressure or external expectations.
Trauma Informed Care
Trauma-informed therapy recognizes how past experiences can shape emotional responses, patterns, and nervous system regulation. Our work focuses on safety, pacing, and developing tools that help you feel more grounded and present in your daily life.
Solution Focused Brief Treatment
Solution-Focused Therapy is a practical, goal-oriented approach that focuses on what’s working, what you want to change, and how to move forward efficiently. Rather than spending long periods revisiting past problems, we identify your strengths, clarify concrete goals, and build small, realistic steps that create momentum. This approach is especially helpful if you want tools you can actually use between sessions and prefer therapy that is structured, collaborative, and focused on meaningful change.
6 ratings with written reviews
January 12, 2026
From my first appointment, everything was very welcoming, honest straightforward, real indirect. I’m looking forward to more sessions. She’s definitely not your regular therapist.
May 12, 2025
I would put her in my pocket and take her around life with me if I could
May 8, 2025
I feel like I can be myself and say things how I want. She gives feedback in a helpful and respectful manner. I enjoy my sessions even if they are not the most comfortable. She validates my feelings but will also be real with me when needed. Kellie is the best!