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Kelly Fischer

Compassionate clinician blending CBT and humanistic care

LMHC Indiana

Experience
26 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Grief
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kelly

Kelly Fischer is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana with 26 years of clinical experience. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy along with client-centered and mindfulness-informed practices to help people address depression, anxiety, grief, addictions, and other life challenges.

Background and approach

Her work history spans outpatient therapy, residential care, forensic settings, and mandated-client programs, giving her a broad perspective on different treatment environments. Her approach is collaborative and interactive, emphasizing respect, sensitivity, and practical planning.

She involves clients in setting clear goals and shaping treatment steps, adapting conversations and interventions to each person's needs. Kelly is experienced supporting people who present with autism or cognitive delays and addresses concerns ranging from parenting and family issues to career stress, chronic illness, and compulsive behaviors.

Clients can expect a supportive style that balances evidence-informed techniques with humanistic attention to the individual. Kelly encourages those ready to pursue greater well-being to take a first step and work together on measurable goals toward a more fulfilling life.

Integrating Evidence-Based Approaches in Online Care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop practical strategies to change behaviors and improve mood; it is often used for anxiety, depression, compulsive behaviors, and stress management. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on a respectful, nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship where the therapist follows the client's lead and supports personal growth, which can be helpful for building self-esteem and navigating life changes.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Kelly works with clients to explore goals, preferences, and the specific challenges they bring, then tailors a plan that may combine CBT, client-centered techniques, and mindfulness practices. Over time this collaborative approach helps refine which methods feel most effective for each person.

Online sessions offer practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing people to access therapy from different locations and at times that fit their schedules. These formats support continued engagement by making it easier to attend regular sessions, try brief check-ins, and maintain progress between meetings.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kelly address?
She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, depression, parenting and family issues, eating and anger problems, self-esteem and career stress, compassion fatigue, and related challenges.
Which therapeutic approaches does she use in sessions?
Her practice combines Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to meet clients' needs in a collaborative way.
How much clinical experience does she bring?
Kelly has 26 years of experience working as an individual and group counselor across outpatient, residential, forensic, and mandated-client settings.
What are her credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds the LMHC credential and is licensed in Indiana under IN LMHC 39000830A.
Does she offer therapy in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English only, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for working together?
Clients can meet with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies based on location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsGriefDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

Family conflictsEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityFertility issuesIntellectual disabilityMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDVisually impaired

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

26+ years

Licensed

Indiana

Languages

English