- 25 years experience
- LMFT in California
- Supports LGBTQI+
About Kellie
She aims to make sessions comfortable and open so clients can speak honestly. Conversations focus on real problems and practical next steps rather than jargon. Kellie creates a nonjudgmental space where feelings and thoughts are named and examined together.
Over a long career she has supported people dealing with attachment and family of origin issues, blended family dynamics, and communication or commitment challenges. She also helps those coping with body image, shame, substance concerns, dissociation, and mood difficulties. Fertility questions and gender dysphoria are among other areas she addresses.
Kellie draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions toward clear goals and workable strategies. She mixes therapy with coaching when clients want help applying new skills in everyday life or at work. The tone is collaborative, practical, and focused on what someone can do between sessions.
People who prefer straightforward talk and tangible tools may find this approach helpful. The profile highlights experience and a calm, accepting stance for those seeking help with relationship or pregnancy-related stressors as they arise.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on clear, practical methods to help people manage emotions and improve relationships. For example, strategies that teach emotional awareness and coping skills help with anxiety and mood concerns by breaking down bigger problems into small, doable steps. Approaches that concentrate on communication and attachment help people identify patterns in relationships and practice different ways of connecting.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kellie works with clients to identify goals, try methods, and adjust as needed. Together they decide which techniques fit the client's needs, pace, and preferences rather than following a fixed formula.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. They also let people keep momentum between appointments by working on practical skills where they live and work. Talk with the therapist during the matching process to learn which approaches and session arrangements will best support your goals.
License and NPI
- LMFT
NPI1609067511
As shown on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
25+ years
Credentials
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kellie focus on?
She helps with stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, and LGBTQI+ related issues. Additional focuses include attachment, body image, substance concerns, fertility questions, and mood difficulties.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Sessions are practical and collaborative with straightforward conversation. She combines evidence-based techniques and coaching to turn insights into everyday steps.
What is her clinical background?
She has more than 25 years of professional experience providing therapy and clinical supervision. That long tenure includes work with a wide range of life and relationship issues.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California and works from that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work together with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.