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Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kathleen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kathleen. View 24 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Connecticut

Recent reviews

Kathy has been amazing. In just a few short weeks she has helped me so much. She’s given me so many tools, and coping skills that I don’t know where I would be without. She’s compassionate, friendly, and easy to open up to. I would highly recommend her for anyone who needs therapy !

Reviewed May 2023

Kathy is an amazing therapist! She is kind and comforting. Kathy is thought-provoking. I never dread my sessions with her. My weekly sessions feel like I am talking with a long time friend/family member who is truly rooting for me and has my best interest at heart. Kathy and I have connected through our work history and more, too. She keeps me accountable but also doesn't judge. I highly recommend Kathy to ANYONE

Reviewed March 2023

More about Kathleen

  • 38 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience working in community behavioral health and educational settings. I have supported individuals and groups on a variety of issues including: dealing with traumatic life events, managing depression and anxiety, building self-esteem, and dealing with family conflicts, caregiver and parenting issues.

My counseling style is compassionate, non- judgmental and nurturing. I will vary my approach to meet your individual needs and preferences. I will work with you to develop clear goals for counseling sessions and I will utilize cognitive-behavioral principals, mindfulness strategies and stress management techniques to address your concerns.

We all have challenging times in our lives when we would benefit from the guidance and support of a trained professional. It takes great courage to ask for that help and to allow yourself to trust another person with your feelings and concerns. I can assure you that I will do my best to assist you with the utmost kindness and respect!

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Parenting issues Coping with life changes ADHD LGBT Relationship issues Family conflicts Grief Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Anger management Self esteem Bipolar disorder Depression Compassion fatigue Body image Caregiver issues and stress Eating and food-related issues Family problems Impulsivity Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1295335511.

  • LCSW · Connecticut · 1591 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.

Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.

Reviews for Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

24 reviews

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Kathy has been amazing. In just a few short weeks she has helped me so much. She’s given me so many tools, and coping skills that I don’t know where I would be without. She’s compassionate, friendly, and easy to open up to. I would highly recommend her for anyone who needs therapy !

Reviewed May 2023

Kathy is an amazing therapist! She is kind and comforting. Kathy is thought-provoking. I never dread my sessions with her. My weekly sessions feel like I am talking with a long time friend/family member who is truly rooting for me and has my best interest at heart. Kathy and I have connected through our work history and more, too. She keeps me accountable but also doesn't judge. I highly recommend Kathy to ANYONE

Reviewed March 2023

Kathy is a wonderful therapist. She helped me through a very difficult time in my life with trauma and substance abuse issues. She is a warm, kind, and gentle person who understands mental illness. I highly recommend Kathy.

Reviewed February 2023

Kathy had been my person. She has helped me so much to cope my emotions and my anxiety. Since I started working with her I felt hear. Every week she would send me articles that helped me analyze my thoughts and my overthinking. I would recommend Kathy to everyone.

Reviewed February 2023

Kathy had been such a great help to me while dealing with the loss of my MIL and navigating the poor relationship I have with my own mother. She is such a great listener and always offers thoughtful and constructive advice. She has taught me how to lift myself up the way I tried to lift up others around me.

Reviewed January 2023

Kathy is absolutely wonderful. She goes above and beyond to make me feel supported and understood. Talking to her has changed my life exponentially and I am so thankful

Reviewed January 2023

If you want a therapist who is honest, warm, nurturing, encouraging, and overall just passionate, then Kathy is just the person you’re looking for! When I met Kathy, I was in a very rough place in my life and working with her helped me finally find myself! I had no self worth, never asked for things that I needed, was afraid of living life and was just a wreck. Kathy was open, honest, and so passionately encouraging of me to find my way out of it all. Through good times and bad times, Kathy was always there for me with an honest and meaningful truth or just words of encouragement! She is an absolute treasure to work with! I cannot recommend her enough! Thank you Kathy!

Reviewed January 2023

Kathy is very personable and easy to talk to. She is always helpful and conscientious in offering new resources to assist me in looking at my circumstances in a better light.

Reviewed November 2022

Kathy has helped me through one of the most challenging times of my life, coping with the illness of my younger sibling and starting a new career. This was the first time in my life that I seriously sought help for issues that I had struggled with for a long time and I am so thankful I did. Kathy is a great listener and she is respectful to sensitive topics. She is always putting in the work by researching new tips and tricks or by sending meditations weekly. It was nice to know that she was always available and supportive of me. I am very grateful to her.

Reviewed November 2022

She’s been a great listener and has helped me feel validated in my experiences I’ve shared with her

Reviewed July 2022

Kathy has a depth like no other therapist I've met before. Capable of exploring a wide scope of experiences. Wonderful person.

Reviewed July 2022

Kathy has been a tremendous help guiding me through family issues and depression. She knows when to offer advice and when I just need an ear to listen. She checks in with me during the week and it has been wonderful to have someone to confide in who has professional expertise and life experience. She offers all of this with kindness and compassion. I am very grateful to her.

Reviewed April 2022

Kathy is very kind, understanding, and insightful. She has been able work with me through my problems from a variety of and and strategies, working to find whatever method I respond best with.

Reviewed March 2022

Kathy is amazing! In the past year, she has helped me immensely. From assisting in the healing of traumas and always being supportive, I couldn't have asked for a better therapist. She is always a great listener and is very helpful. She offers various forms of coping mechanisms and is always adaptable to feedback. I was so lucky to have matched with her and owe so much of my growth and progress to her.

Reviewed March 2022

Love Kathy. She is very involved and interested in myself and life. She is responsive , caring and understanding

Reviewed November 2021

Kathy has taught me many helpful ways to counteract my anxiety. She's caring, informative, and also generous with her time. It is so nice to have thoughtful messages waiting for me over the weekend or when we don't have time scheduled. I always look forward to our time together because she is very easy to confide in and offers the support I need.

Reviewed November 2021

I love Kathy. Therapy has changed my life.

Reviewed November 2021

Kathy is wonderful. She’s made such a difference in my life ! Appreciate her dearly and would recommend her to anyone in need.

Reviewed June 2021

Kathy is the BEST counselor I have EVER had. Everytime I spoke to her, I was able to find peace and be productive for the rest of my day. She is so kind and understanding. She is non-judgemental. She can relate to my situations and my feelings very quickly and very well and provide the right support to foster my growth.

Reviewed May 2021

Kathy is great! She really took the time to get to know me and was a constant source of support during a difficult time. Kathy is very thoughtful and would check in during the week with helpful articles or inspirational quotes, even when we don’t have time scheduled. I would recommend her to anyone that is interested in seeing a counselor.

Reviewed April 2021

I’m the short time I have been meeting with Kathy she has been very empathetic and extremely helpful.

Reviewed March 2021

After switching from one therapist to another, Kathy was a breath of fresh air. She always makes herself available to chat or video call. She prioritizes her patients and makes you feel heard. She is a fantastic listener and makes it easy to confide in her. She is one of those people who make you feel very comfortable and at ease the moment you meet, like an old friend. Teletherapy can be weird but Kathy was incredibly warm right from the beginning. *Trigger warning* I joined BetterHelp following my best friend's suicide and Kathy played a vital role in getting me through the toughest stages of my grieving process. She helped me learn how to sit in my feelings and use my energy to honor my friend's life. I truly couldn't recommend her any more.

Reviewed March 2021

Kathy is wonderful and I feel very supported

Reviewed February 2021

Kathy is so warm and attentive and I cannot sing her praises enough! She is a great listener while actively directing the conversation and counceling in a healthy and helpful ways.

Reviewed January 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly speak?

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly have?

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly has 38 years of experience.

Where is Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly licensed to practice?

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly is licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Does Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly offer?

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly?

Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kathleen “Kathy” Kelly?

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