Lead Therapist
Kelli is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor in the state of Texas as well as a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. Kelli has experience in treating teens and adults ages 13-70. Kelli has over 15 years' experience working in inpatient, outpatient and private practice. Her approach is reality based and person centered. She strives to make this a safe place to talk about hard things. We can address things such as anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and substance abuse or just life issues and transitions. Kelli focuses on how the person is functioning in life currently and helps them function to the best of their ability.
The goal is to enjoy your life to the fullest. Remember, therapy is a marathon and not a sprint. Kelli received her Master of Education in Counseling from The University of North Texas. She also has a Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas and an Associates of Science in Mental Health from Tarrant County College.
Education:
- MEd, University of North Texas;
- BS, University of North Texas
Therapeutic Approaches:
Kelli uses a range of approaches based on your goals and preferences, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Reality Therapy
Ages: 13 and up
Conditions Treated:
Kelli works with patients experiencing:
- Major Depressive Disorder (MDD)
- Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
- Bipolar I and II Disorders
- Cyclothymic Disorder
- Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
- Panic Disorder
- Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)
- Separation Anxiety Disorder
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Acute Stress Disorder
- Adjustment Disorders
- Alcohol Use Disorder
- Drug Use Disorders
- Gambling Disorder
- Schizophrenia
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Delusional Disorder
- Depersonalization/Derealization Disorder
- Gender Dysphoria
Areas of Focus:
In addition to mental health diagnoses, Kelli helps clients with:
- Grief and Loss
- Life Transitions and Adjustment Issues
- Relationship and Family Issues
- Workplace Stress and Career Counseling
- Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
- Anger Management
- Substance Use and Addiction
- LGBTQ+ Support and Identity Exploration
- Cultural and Racial Identity
- Behavioral Issues in Children and Adolescents
- Family Conflict Resolution
- Impulse Control and Emotional Regulation