Kerry Whiteley

Compassionate, practical support for emotional healing

LMHC Florida

Experience: 3 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
Languages: English

About Kerry

Kerry Whiteley is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with three years of clinical experience supporting people facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, depression, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She emphasizes creating a welcoming space where clients can express thoughts and feelings openly, without judgment, and works collaboratively to identify goals and practical steps toward greater emotional balance and resilience. Kerry uses a mix of evidence-informed approaches, including cognitive behavioral methods alongside attachment-focused and emotion-centered work, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs.

She brings particular attention to concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, loneliness, panic and mood disorders, post-traumatic stress, social anxiety, and women's issues. Her practice aims to empower clients to make meaningful change by combining empathy with structured skills-building and reflective exploration.

How Kerry’s Approaches Translate to Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes understanding relational patterns and how early bonds shape current relationships; online sessions can support exploration of attachment wounds and rebuilding healthier connection strategies. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors through structured exercises and skill practice, which adapts well to remote work with homework and in-session practice. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on accessing and reshaping emotions within important relationships, helping clients notice emotional patterns and try new interactional responses even when working remotely.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to assess needs, preferences, and goals and may blend methods so the plan fits the person rather than forcing a single model. Clients and the therapist review progress and adjust techniques together as therapy unfolds.

Online formats offered include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide options that fit varied schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from home or work, maintain continuity during life changes, and practice skills between meetings under the guidance of a licensed professional.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kerry address?

Kerry helps with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, depression, and coping with life changes. She also works with problems such as abandonment, attachment issues, communication difficulties, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, mood and panic disorders, post-traumatic stress, self-love, social anxiety, and women's issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space and partners with clients to set goals and develop strategies. The approach balances empathic listening with practical skill building to help people manage symptoms and improve relationships.

What is her background and experience level?

She holds three years of professional counseling experience working with a range of emotional and relational concerns. That experience informs a flexible, client-centered practice.

What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?

She is licensed as an LMHC in Florida, listed as FL LMHC MH23038, and practices from that state.

Does she offer services in other languages or to international clients?

Sessions are offered in English only and she is not currently accepting international clients.

Which session formats are available?

Clients can meet via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on preference and availability.

How are sessions priced and paid for?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCommunication problemsGuilt and shame Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapySomatic TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English