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Kellie Gainey

Practical skills with affirming care

LMHC New York

Experience
7 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, LGBT, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Kellie

Kellie Gainey is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in New York who supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family difficulties, trauma and abuse, grief, and a wide range of other concerns.

Background and approach

She brings seven years of clinical experience to individual counseling, helping clients build coping skills, process past wounds, and shift patterns of thinking and relating that interfere with wellbeing. Her approach blends evidence-informed methods including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), alongside client-centered and existential influences.

Sessions focus on practical strategies and deeper exploration as needed, pairing skills training with attention to personal meaning and values. Kellie also practices from kink/BDSM positive, non-monogamous positive, and fat/body positive perspectives and attends to identity and community issues relevant to LGBT clients.

Clients can expect a collaborative, nonjudgmental working relationship aimed at clarifying goals and trying approaches that fit each person’s needs. Kellie offers video, phone, chat, and messaging formats to increase access and accommodate different preferences, and she invites prospective clients to reach out to discuss what they hope to accomplish.

Therapeutic approaches and online access

Many clients respond well to cognitive behavioral therapy because it focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and practicing concrete strategies to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) complements that work by helping people clarify their values and take action toward meaningful goals even when difficult feelings are present. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports growth through empathy and collaboration.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is typically a collaborative decision. The therapist will work with each person to assess needs, try methods that fit their goals, and adjust techniques over time so the work stays relevant and useful.

Online therapy with Kellie is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and communication preferences. These options make it easier to access consistent care and to continue progress while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kellie commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem concerns, addictions, ADHD, and several other areas listed in her specialties.
What is her therapeutic style and approach?
Her style is collaborative and skill-oriented, integrating CBT, DBT, ACT, client-centered, and existential ideas to combine practical coping tools with exploration of values and meaning.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience working one-on-one with clients on a range of mental health and life concerns.
Where is she licensed and located?
Kellie is a New York licensed mental health counselor, holding the NY LMHC 011317 credential and practicing in New York.
In which languages can sessions be held and is she available internationally?
She conducts therapy in English and is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats does she offer?
Sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to her availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Existential TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

7+ years

Licensed

New York

Languages

English