Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly, LCSW
Licensed in Connecticut · 38 years in practice
Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 38 years of experience in community behavioral health and educational settings.
License and registration
- LCSW, Connecticut
- 1591 · expires July 2026
- NPI
- 1295335511 · national provider identifier
- Years in practice
- 38
- Languages
- English
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About Kathleen
Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 38 years of experience in community behavioral health and educational settings. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions. Kathy also supports concerns around parenting, caregiver strain, relationship and family problems, and issues like sleep, eating, and self-esteem.
Her approach is warm and nonjudgmental. She listens first and then works with each person to set clear, manageable goals for therapy.
Background and approach
Sessions focus on practical skills and small changes that add up over time. Kathy uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help clients notice and shift unhelpful thinking and behaviors. She also teaches mindfulness strategies to reduce reactivity and increase calm.
Motivational interviewing and solution-focused methods guide short-term goals and forward movement. Her experience includes one-on-one and group work in schools and community programs. That background informs a flexible style that can suit long-term needs and shorter problem-focused work.
Kathy pays attention to what the person wants to accomplish and adjusts her methods accordingly. People who choose her often want straightforward strategies and respectful support during hard times. She encourages practical steps, regular check-ins, and steady progress.
Kathy aims to make therapy useful and doable for everyday life.
Focus areas and approaches
Everything Kathleen lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- LGBT
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Eating disorders
- Sleeping disorders
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Eating and food-related issues
- Family problems
- Impulsivity
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Kathleen names
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
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Online support
How Kathy Uses Practical Approaches Online
Kathleen Kelly blends cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness in ways that translate well to online work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes; it is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and many everyday problems. Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and improve focus, which can help with stress, sleep, and emotional regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kathy collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals and preferences. She will review options, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what proves most helpful in session and between appointments.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video is useful when visual cues matter and for longer therapy sessions. Phone calls can be easier when bandwidth is limited or for quick check-ins. Live chat and text messaging work well for brief updates, skill practice, or flexible scheduling during busy days. These options let people fit therapy into work, school, or caregiving routines while using approaches that are practical and goal oriented.
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Questions people ask
What concerns does she commonly address?
Kathy works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, parenting and caregiver issues, relationship and family problems, eating and sleeping issues, anger, and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is compassionate, nonjudgmental, and nurturing. She listens carefully, sets clear goals with the client, and focuses on practical steps and strategies between sessions.
How long has she practiced?
She brings 38 years of experience working in community behavioral health and educational settings, including both individual and group work.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Connecticut and practices from that state.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients at this time.
Which session formats are available?
Kathy offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin therapy?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
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