Hello! I am licensed clinical social worker located near Detroit, Michigan. I grew up in Detroit and was a first-generation college graduate. I have spent my social work career working as a medical social worker and providing psychotherapy. I practice from a multiculturally competent and trauma-informed perspective, and life experiences have helped me be comfortable with individuals from a variety of life perspectives. I connect with clients deeply with compassion, kindness, determination, and certainly a sense of humor as appropriate. After 20 years in the field my toolbox is full and I am passionate about helping others acquire the tools they need to attain their goals. Let’s do it!
Additional areas of focus: Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Depression, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Cancer, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Drug and alcohol addiction, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Immigration issues, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Women's issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
MI LMSW 6801085545
PA LCSW CW017893
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Kelly is fantastic, knowledgeable, caring, direct, and challenging when I need it! I look forward to my weekly sessions with her!
Written on Jun 04, 2023 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Kelly has helped me through one of the most challenging times in my life. She’s compassionate, kind, and she cares. I’m grateful that she’s my therapist!
Written on Jul 03, 2022 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and compassion fatigue