Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly
Experienced LCSW focused on practical, compassionate care
LCSW Connecticut
- Experience
- 38 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Parenting
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Kathleen
Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 38 years of experience in community behavioral health and educational settings.
Background and approach
She has worked with individuals and groups on a wide range of concerns, including trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, family conflict, caregiver and parenting issues, and other life stressors. Her background includes supporting people facing eating and sleeping difficulties, grief, ADHD, mood concerns, and compassion fatigue, among other challenges.
Kathy brings a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and nurturing approach to her work. She adapts her methods to fit each client, helping to set clear goals and applying practical strategies drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and stress-management techniques.
Her style emphasizes collaboration, respect, and steady support while addressing problems such as panic, obsessive-compulsive symptoms, body image and relationship struggles. Clients can expect a therapist who focuses on concrete skills and thoughtful listening to guide them through change.
Located in Connecticut, Kathy emphasizes kindness and respect while helping people navigate transitions and recover from difficult events. She aims to create a collaborative path toward improved coping and clearer personal goals.
How Kathleen’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Kathy often uses cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change patterns of thinking and behavior that contribute to anxiety, depression, panic, and other concerns; CBT emphasizes practical skills and homework that translate well to remote work. She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy, teaching simple attention and breathing practices to reduce stress, improve sleep, and increase emotional regulation during challenging moments.
Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Kathy frames this as a collaborative exploration. She discusses goals and preferences with each person and tailors techniques to fit their situation, adjusting methods as progress and needs evolve. Clients participate in shaping the plan and trying strategies to see what helps most.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which allow for scheduling flexibility and continuity of care from different locations. These formats support ongoing skill practice, brief check-ins, and more in-depth sessions, making it easier to integrate therapy into a busy life while maintaining consistent contact with a licensed professional.
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Experience
38+ years
Licensed
Connecticut
Languages
English