8 years of experience
Hi! My name’s Kelly. I am a Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) practicing in Michigan. I received my Master's of Social Work from Michigan State University (Go Green!) in 2016. I love pets! I have two Golden Retrievers (Teddy and Charlie). I also love coffee, documentaries, and connecting with others. I am best positioned to serve people who are motivated to make changes in their lives. I provide practical psychoeducation, evidence-based techniques, and coping skills. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
It’s hard to talk to a total stranger about the vulnerable details of your life! So for the first session, I like to keep it light and casual. Bring something to drink (I always have coffee or water), and we’ll talk about how your week has been.
I have worked retail, customer service, home health care, respite care, research assistant, and a variety of volunteer positions before becoming an outpatient therapist 8 years ago. My broad range of experiences and connections has allowed me to empathize with almost anyone I meet.
I am best positioned to serve adult clients who are motivated to make changes in their lives! I provide practical psychoeducation, evidence-based techniques, and coping skills.
I have 7 years of experience working with individuals and groups to learn the skills of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I personally practice many of the 33 skills on a daily basis and believe that they can apply to any client no matter the situation. Topics include: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance (managing a crisis), Emotion Regulation (changing an emotion), and Interpersonal Effectiveness (how to work with other people). At Grow Therapy, I'll be utilizing skills in a more casual DBT-informed approach. To practice the full program, the therapist and client commit to a year of one-on-one sessions, and group therapy each week. I am honored that 7 of my clients have graduated.
Updated research explains that someone experiencing ONE traumatic event is more uncommon than not. Most of us (myself included) have experienced multiple types of trauma. Trauma can be described so many ways; systematically, historically, culturally, and interpersonally. I believe that it's my job to help my client explore and process their experience as they define it. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to help process and integrate those experiences.
3 ratings with written reviews
May 4, 2025
Kelly was so amazing at walking me through all the negative thoughts to find where they came from and why they were happening. She is so supportive and an incredible hypewoman.
February 18, 2025
I am also a trained clinitian so it's a unique relationship. Kelly does it well!
February 12, 2025
Really enjoyed first session, help me with my depression and grieving!