New to Grow
Hello! I'm Kelly, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I completed my Master’s degree in 2003 and obtained my first state license in 2007. Over the past 15 years, I've had the privilege of working with adults, helping to alleviate stress, depression, and anxiety, as well as addressing relationship challenges. My approach is centered around empathy and authenticity, working collaboratively with you to find solutions and improve your overall outlook.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our initial meeting, we’ll focus on gathering background information and establishing a strong therapeutic relationship. My approach is holistic, integrating cognitive-behavioral therapy with person-centered care to help you develop the tools necessary to make positive changes in your life. These tools include mindfulness, coping techniques, relaxation exercises, and other cognitive-behavioral strategies designed to empower you toward your goals. Mindfulness-Based Therapy: This approach integrates mindfulness techniques into cognitive therapy, helping you become more aware of your thoughts and feelings to manage them more effectively.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
I’m often described as caring, compassionate, and non-judgmental, offering a supportive space for growth. I deeply value the uniqueness, dignity, and worth of every individual.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
My mission is to support adults in healing by helping them tap into their inner strengths. With experience working with relationship issues, anxiety, stress, and depression, I combine Rogerian Therapy and cognitive-behavioral techniques (CBT) to help clients reframe negative thoughts and develop coping strategies like guided imagery, visualization, and relaxation exercises. These approaches are effective in addressing a wide range of concerns. I create a supportive space where we can work together to design a personalized treatment plan that aligns with your unique goals. By integrating CBT with a client-centered approach, we focus on what matters most to you—whether it’s managing depression, anxiety, anger, or improving self-esteem and life satisfaction. Successful outcomes stem from clear goals, regular sessions, and commitment to practicing new strategies between meetings.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I’ve been using CBT in my practice for over 15 years. It’s helped dozens of clients challenge depressive thoughts and manage their anxiety. We’ll use CBT to explore the connection between your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and how they influence one another. From there, we’ll work on shifting unhelpful thinking patterns so you can feel more at ease and experience less stress in your daily life.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I've been using Rogerian, or Person-Centered Therapy, for over 15 years. This creates a supportive space where you can be yourself. I offer empathy, understanding, and genuine acceptance so you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. Together, we’ll work toward greater self-awareness, healing, and a stronger sense of your own worth. This approach is especially helpful for those struggling with low self-esteem, depression, or anyone seeking a deeper connection with themselves.
Christian Counseling
For those desiring a Christian Counseling experience, I integrate faith-based principles with therapeutic techniques to help individuals find healing, growth, and guidance through a Christian worldview. The focus is on addressing emotional, mental, and spiritual challenges while using scripture, prayer, and Christian values as core tools for healing and transformation. Faith as a Foundation: Christian counseling centers on the belief that God is central to the healing process. I incorporate biblical teachings to provide guidance, comfort, and wisdom during difficult times. Integration of Scripture: Biblical principles are woven into the counseling process to encourage spiritual growth. Scripture will be used to provide perspective, offer comfort, and highlight God's promises in the midst of challenges. Prayer: Prayer, if desired, can be part of the counseling sessions, allowing clients to connect with God, seek guidance, or simply experience peace in His presence. Healing and Restoration: I help clients recognize their identity in Christ and how to align their emotional, mental, and spiritual health with God's will. This approach emphasizes forgiveness, grace, and the restoration of relationships. Moral and Ethical Guidance: Christian counseling involves exploring moral decisions in the context of Christian ethics, helping clients make choices that align with their faith. Holistic Healing: This counseling model addresses the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—believing that true healing involves all aspects of an individual's being, with a focus on spiritual well-being as part of the healing process. Support in Life’s Challenges: Whether dealing with relationship issues, grief, addiction, anxiety, or depression, Christian counseling helps clients navigate life's struggles through the lens of faith, offering hope, comfort, and practical strategies for healing. Christian counseling is suitable for individuals who seek to integrate their faith into the therapeutic process, providing them with a safe, compassionate environment to work through their challenges while nurturing their spiritual growth.