Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 75 ratings

Kelley Thompson

LCSW, 25 years of experience

Warm
Authentic
Empowering

About me

I’m so glad you’re here and seeking support! I’m Kelley and I’m here to help you successfully navigate your challenges…free from judgement. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Clinical Adventure Therapist with over 21+ years of practical, clinical experience working with a broad population including children, teens, adults and families. I don’t believe that “one size fits all” so we will…together…work on your individualized goals. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, anger management, grief or just life itself…I’m here to help you reach your full potential. No one has all the answers but…together…we can help you find yours. If you’re interested in Adventure Therapy which is a therapeutic technique that pushes the boundaries of traditional in-office therapy, we can discuss incorporating it into future sessions. I work with all ages and abilities so please don’t shy away from thinking about participating in Adventure Therapy…I’ve seen people thrive from the experience.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

Our initial session will be a time for me to learn about you and your struggles. We will explore the goals and desired outcomes of your therapy. The following sessions will focus on areas that you have identified as issues that you want to resolve or improve upon. Through our work together, you will grow and gain personal insight to promote your optimal mental health.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

With 21+ years of clinical experience, I have learned many things…one of the most important is that I truly believe that you can laugh through pain. Therapy doesn’t always have to be serious and robotic. I meet you where you are…I’m down-to-earth, casual, and easy-going but professional.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

Male and female adults, teens, adolescents, children and seniors who are struggling with mental health issues or who need some experienced guidance and support. I love working with individuals who are excited about working towards a more fulfilling life and are ready to put in the work.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Anger ManagementChild or AdolescentSelf Esteem

I identify as

Serves ages

Children (6 to 12)Teenagers (13 to 17)

My treatment methods

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I have utilized CBT successfully with many clients. CBT is ideal as it can help you make sense of overwhelming problems by breaking them down into smaller parts. It allows us to gain control of our thoughts which leads to significant improvement in functioning and quality of life.

Strength-Based

We all have internal strengths that we access in times of duress but sometimes we forget about those and fail to utilize them when needed. Strengths-based therapy pays attention to a client's past successes and the personal capabilities and resources that allowed them to succeed.

Supportive

Sometimes we just need to be heard and validated. Supportive therapy has helped many by creating a safe space to share openly and is designed to give the emotional support and guidance needed to manage life stresses.

Integrative

Sometimes a single approach to therapy does not always deliver the best benefit to the client. I believe that it is necessary to regularly evaluate a client’s progress and will adjust and introduce new/different modality when clinically indicated. I find that clients respond very well to the fluidity of this particular modality.

Location

Virtual
Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 75 ratings

8 ratings with written reviews

July 2, 2025

I value authenticity over anything else and Kelley is the genuine article. I've seen her well over a year and her insights are highly valued. I love her non-traditional modalities, and her ability to "meet the client where they are at" is the best approach to healing. Her experience, strength, wisdom, and candor offers a unique and hopeful perspective. I consider her a trusted advisor.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 66 with Kelley

June 9, 2025

Kelley is the best therapist I've ever worked with. She is as thoughtful as she is insightful, as humorous as she is serious, & as challenging as she is understanding. I've grown & learned a lot doing regular sessions with her, & would recommend her to anyone looking for a strong therapist.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 14 with Kelley

May 29, 2025

Kelley has helped me in so many ways. I would recommend her to anyone seeking a therapist. I always feel heard and understood during our sessions and she offers thoughtful strategies to help you maneuver through whatever you're working on.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 10 with Kelley