She is a very good therapist and talker. We talked about situations of my life an how some things have happened. Regrets and more but she listened and provided feed back without ever sounding rude or condescending. She is great an I would highly recommend her to anyone else!
Kelly Drake, LMSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Kelly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Kelly. View 7 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Michigan
Recent reviews
Kelly is great to talk through issues with. She helped me with numerous family issues and has been invaluable.
More about Kelly
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LMSW
I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience with assessment, diagnosis, and treatment. My educational foundation include such theories as, family systems, psychodynamic, free association, and strength based concepts. The first ten years of my career focused on suicide assessment, and trauma treatment of children ages 4-17. Many of these children had severe mental illness and came from abusive homes, and from a diverse population all over the Detroit, MI area. I worked for many different community mental health agencies as well as school systems throughout this time.
I wanted to join the Army after college, but was told by an Army recruiter that I would not pass the physical test due to a bad knee. After some time and investigation, I decided to join the Army as an Officer and Social Worker. The next ten years of my Active Duty career would focus on suicide risk assessment, and trauma treatment of Soldiers and their families. The military wanted a solution focused approach to treatment of Soldiers, and I would eventually adapt to this support using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy concepts to treat nightmares and sleep. I was also trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy as evidence based approach for PTSD treatment.
My style is calm, collected, and perceptive. I have accurate empathy to offer, and practice with respect and dignity and privacy. I will go at your pace, but will not bullshit you about what needs to happen for change. Change comes through the relationship, and this is not the same as advice you can get from a friend.
Social Work is a purpose for me, not just a job or means to some other end. I want to thank you all ahead of time for giving me the chance to know you, letting me into the most vulnerable places of your life!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Addictions
LGBT
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and Foster Care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Avoidant Personality
Blended Family Issues
Chronic pain illness and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Drug and Alcohol Addiction
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
First Responder Issues
Forgiveness
Gender Dysphoria
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Intellectual Disability
Life purpose
Military and Veterans Issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Obsessions
Compulsions
and OCD
Personality Disorders
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-Harm
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Sexuality
Smoking/Vaping Cessation
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Young Adult Issues
Treatment Approaches
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
- Internal Family Systems
Licenses
Kelly Drake's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1972872240.
- LMSW · Michigan · 6801086659 · Expires May 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 allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.
Reviews for Kelly Drake
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
She is a very good therapist and talker. We talked about situations of my life an how some things have happened. Regrets and more but she listened and provided feed back without ever sounding rude or condescending. She is great an I would highly recommend her to anyone else!
Kelly is great to talk through issues with. She helped me with numerous family issues and has been invaluable.
Awesome
Kelly is awesome, she is extremely good at her job. She I very understanding
Kelly is an outstanding therapist. I have tried therapists in the past but Kelly seems to just get it. Kind, intelligent, 5 stars. Wonderful experience....
Kelly does a great job balancing giving advice and prompting independent problem-solving and self-reflection. She is knowledgeable and helpful with a ride range of topics.
Kelly has been super responsive and validating to me. I am eager to work with her and have enjoyed therapy so far!
Frequently asked questions
Does Kelly Drake offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kelly Drake 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 Kelly Drake speak?
Kelly Drake speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kelly Drake have?
Kelly Drake has 23 years of experience.
Where is Kelly Drake licensed to practice?
Kelly Drake is licensed to practice in Michigan.
Does Kelly Drake accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kelly Drake 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 Kelly Drake offer?
Kelly Drake offers clients Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.
How can I communicate with Kelly Drake?
Kelly Drake 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 Kelly Drake?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.