- Relationship support
- Trauma recovery
- Self-esteem work
About Kelly
Kelly Shelton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida with 14 years of clinical experience. She focuses on relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Kelly aims to meet people where they are and respond with respect and sensitivity.
She uses a mix of approaches to match each person’s needs. Sessions are shaped around what the client brings in and what feels most useful. Kelly emphasizes clear conversation and practical steps alongside emotional processing.
Her background includes long-term clinical work supporting people through separation, attachment struggles, and struggles rooted in family of origin. She also helps people work through codependency, communication problems, grief related to divorce, and the emotional effects of disasters.
In sessions she may draw on Client-Centered Therapy to create a collaborative space, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation. Mindfulness techniques and emotionally-focused ideas are also used when helpful.
Kelly aims to tailor each plan to the individual. She encourages small, concrete steps that fit daily life. To begin, she guides clients through a short matching questionnaire and scheduling process so therapy can start at a manageable pace.
How Kelly’s Approaches Work in Online Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental conversation where the client’s perspective guides the work. This approach helps people feel heard and shape goals that matter to them.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and offers practical techniques to change patterns that cause distress. It can be useful for anxiety, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can help with impulsivity and relationship challenges.
Choosing the right approach is part of the process. Kelly works collaboratively to decide which methods fit each person’s needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts plans over time as progress and priorities change.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work or family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow more flexible check-ins during busy weeks. Talk with Kelly about how sessions can be scheduled to match daily life and responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Florida
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kelly commonly address?
She helps people with relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Additional areas include codependency, attachment concerns, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and respectful, tailoring sessions to each person. She combines client-centered dialogue with practical tools from cognitive and dialectical approaches.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of professional work experience as a clinician. That experience includes helping people through separation, family issues, and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location should I know about?
She holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and is licensed in Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule based on therapist availability.
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