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Kelly Kinney, LISW

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.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kelly. View 6 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Iowa

Recent reviews

She's great! She listens to my concerns and offers ways to cope or handle them.

Reviewed June 2024

She has been the best addition to my life in a long time, she’s helped me gain a lot of confidence in my self and the ability to handle and cope with all my mental health issues

Reviewed May 2024

More about Kelly

  • 22 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW

I am licensed in Iowa (LISW) with 22 years of professional experience providing individual therapy. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, and bipolar disorder. I also have significant experience working with depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to improve your life through therapy takes courage and I am here to support you in that process. Seeing people change and make progress towards their goals has always been my favorite part of this work.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Bipolar disorder Depression Relationship issues Family conflicts Sleeping disorders Parenting issues Anger management Self esteem Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue Caregiver issues and stress Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Family problems Money and financial issues Mood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harm Social anxiety and phobia Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Licenses

Kelly Kinney's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1114007283.

  • LISW · Iowa · 04382 · Expires December 2024

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 Kelly Kinney

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

Overall rating:

4.5

6 reviews

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Clients mention: The best Caring Comfortable Confidence Grateful Great Guidance Helped Listens Support

She's great! She listens to my concerns and offers ways to cope or handle them.

Reviewed June 2024

She has been the best addition to my life in a long time, she’s helped me gain a lot of confidence in my self and the ability to handle and cope with all my mental health issues

Reviewed May 2024

Kelly is the best therapist I’ve had! I’m grateful for her kind support and guidance.

Reviewed April 2024

From our first conversation I felt comfortable being myself & being open with my feelings/goals. I’m very scatter brained & she let the conversation just flow with however my brain led it. I felt heard.

Reviewed January 2024

She is a very kind and caring person, since the day I started talking to her for my mental health situation I felt welcomed and cared for like my family should make me feel. She is very quick to respond to my out of session messages. She’s never been late or missed a therapy appointment. Always recommends me literature and stuff that actually helps!

Reviewed January 2024

Kelly is compassionate, kind, and has good insights. I feel better after a counseling session than I do before, and I feel like that’s a sign of a good therapist.

Reviewed September 2023

How was your experience with Kelly?

Frequently asked questions

Does Kelly Kinney offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kelly Kinney 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 Kinney speak?

Kelly Kinney speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kelly Kinney have?

Kelly Kinney has 22 years of experience.

Where is Kelly Kinney licensed to practice?

Kelly Kinney is licensed to practice in Iowa.

Does Kelly Kinney accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kelly Kinney 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 Kinney offer?

Kelly Kinney offers clients Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

How can I communicate with Kelly Kinney?

Kelly Kinney 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 Kinney?

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.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

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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.