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Heather Kelly

Heather Kelly

LISW

Therapist in Ohio

Compassionate, practical care for life's challenges

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Experience
25 years
Languages
English
Sessions
Online
Listed in
Ohio
  • 25 years experience
  • Focus on women
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

About Heather

Heather Kelly is an Ohio licensed independent social worker with 25 years of clinical experience. She offers steady guidance for people facing depression, anxiety, stress, and challenges tied to relationships and life transitions. Her work often touches on women's issues, workplace strain, and recovery after separation or interpersonal trauma.

Heather listens first, then helps clients name what matters most to them. Sessions focus on practical steps that people can try between visits. She emphasizes building self-love, clearer communication, and more reliable coping habits.

Clients can expect a collaborative style. Heather uses straightforward tools to reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. She talks through problems, tests small changes, and adapts strategies when something is not helping.

Her background spans mood disorders, grief, and trauma related to sexual assault and domestic violence. Heather also supports people working through infidelity, forgiveness, and blended family challenges. She brings a long view to recovery and life reorganization.

Heather draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to help shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Over time clients often find clearer priorities and routines that support emotional stability. She encourages steady progress rather than sudden fixes.

How CBT and collaborative care work online

Heather uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different behaviors. CBT breaks problems into thinking, feeling, and doing so people can test small changes and measure results. This approach often helps with anxiety, mood concerns, and stress related to work or relationships.

Therapy is a collaborative process. Heather will work with each person to choose methods that fit their goals and daily life. Together they review what helps and adjust plans rather than sticking to a single technique.

Confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, avoid travel time, and keep momentum between appointments. It also allows for shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or phone-based conversations if camera time is difficult. Licensed professionals can tailor session length and focus to what works in real life, helping people try new habits and track progress over time.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

25+ years

Credentials

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Heather help with?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem, and relationship challenges, and addresses related topics like workplace issues and women's issues.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is compassionate and collaborative, focusing on practical steps, clearer communication, and building self-love over time.

What is her professional background?

Heather has 25 years of experience supporting people through mood disorders, trauma recovery, and major life transitions like divorce and grief.

What credentials and region are listed?

She holds an Ohio LISW license and practices in Ohio.

Can sessions be held in languages other than English?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does cost and payment work?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with Heather?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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