Keith Nelson

Compassionate, evidence-informed therapy for practical change

LCSW California

Experience: 18 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Keith

Keith Nelson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who centers his practice on evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients address a broad range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

Background and approach

With 18 years of clinical experience, he integrates structured interventions with a collaborative, client-focused stance to support people through anxiety, depression, addictions, trauma and relationship challenges. He emphasizes learning practical skills and reshaping patterns that contribute to long-term change.

Nelson approaches each person as part of a larger life context, attending to psychological, social, and environmental factors that influence wellbeing. He draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based work, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and client-centered principles to tailor care to individual needs and preferences.

He has also worked with issues including grief, intimacy and sexual concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, ADHD, bipolar conditions, caregiver stress, and communication and commitment problems. His practice in California reflects a commitment to partnering with clients to find strategies that fit their lives and goals.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online therapy

Keith Nelson commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and problematic coping patterns. ACT helps people clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and commit to meaningful behavior changes that support a valued life.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist partners with clients to assess needs, goals, and preferences and may blend CBT, ACT, or attachment-informed techniques to create a plan that fits the person’s situation. Clients are invited to give feedback so interventions can be adjusted as therapy progresses.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility that supports consistent care, with options for video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, continue work during life transitions, and access therapeutic tools between meetings. Licensed professionals can use these modalities to deliver structured exercises, skill coaching, and reflective work that align with evidence-informed approaches.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?

Keith Nelson works with a wide variety of issues including stress, anxiety, addictions, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, sleep and eating problems, and ADHD. Additional focus areas include body image, codependency, caregiver stress, and bipolar conditions.

What therapeutic approaches are used in sessions?

The practice emphasizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and client-centered techniques. These methods are used to teach skills, explore patterns, and support emotional regulation.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

He brings 18 years of experience in clinical work, supervision, and research related to substance use and emotional processing. That background informs a practical, skill-oriented approach to therapy.

Where is the clinician licensed and practicing?

The clinician practices in California and holds the credential LCSW with license number CA LCSW 21893. Treatment is offered to clients located in California.

Does the therapist offer services in languages other than English?

Sessions are conducted in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available for online work?

Therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules. These options allow flexibility in how clients engage in treatment.

How are costs and payment structured for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client’s circumstances and regional factors.

What steps are needed to begin working with this therapist?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability. The therapist will then coordinate session arrangements based on that intake information.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

LGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

18+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English