New to Grow
Hello, I’m Kelly Hooper, and I’m glad you’re here. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Georgia. From an early age, I felt called to help others, and that calling led me into the mental health field. My work is grounded in compassion, empathy, and a desire to support meaningful and lasting change in each client’s life.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In your first session, you can simply be yourself. We’ll focus on getting to know you and what brings you to therapy. I’ll provide you with a safe space to share your story, thoughts, and feelings as I listen to understand your goals and learn about the challenges you’re facing. Together, we’ll begin exploring what you hope to achieve in therapy and discuss ways we can work together to help you feel heard, supported, understood, and empowered from the very beginning.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
My calling to serve and support others has shaped my work as a therapist. Over the years, I’ve developed deep empathy, lived insight, and clinical expertise that guide my approach. My compassionate, collaborative style helps clients feel truly heard and supported while exploring their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I use evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help clients build coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and gain clarity in navigating life’s challenges. I am skilled at helping clients recognize their own strengths, identify practical solutions, and take steps toward meaningful change. My experience working with adults facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, and relational challenges allows me to meet clients where they are, provide guidance that is both empathetic and practical, and support them in developing resilience, confidence, and a greater sense of balance in their lives.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I work with adults who are looking for support while navigating anxiety, depression, life changes, or social and relational challenges. If you want a safe, non-judgmental space to be heard, explore your feelings, and find practical ways to cope and grow, I’m here to walk alongside you. Together, we can build confidence, strengthen resilience, and take steps toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. I also offer faith-based support, integrating spiritual values into the therapeutic process in a way that feels respectful and aligned with your beliefs.
Person-centered (Rogerian)
I use person-centered therapy to provide a safe, non-judgement, supportive space where you can share openly and be truly heard. This approach helps you connect with your own strengths, explore your feelings, and set goals that feel meaningful, guiding you toward growth, confidence, and greater self-understanding.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help you better understand how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are connected. Together, we explore patterns that may be holding you back and work on practical strategies to manage stress, shift unhelpful thinking, and navigate challenges more confidently. My goal is to empower you to make positive changes and feel more in control of your life.