geometry-shapes iconLife Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Mood Disorders, Grief
Online in Oregon
11 years in practice
Ages served: 14-65+
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Kelly accepts 20 insurers
Aetna
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
United Healthcare | Optum
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Carelon
Compsych
First Health Network
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Medicare OR
Moda Health
Multi Plan PHCS
Quest Behavioral Health
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
SELF-PAY COSTS
Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.
$200
first session
$170
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Kelly

I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 11 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges. My work focuses on helping clients better understand patterns within themselves and their relationships so they can create healthier connections and lasting change.


I earned my master's degree in marriage and family therapy and psychology from Northcentral University. My approach is collaborative and integrative, drawing from evidence-based, solution-focused, and strengths-based techniques to meet each client’s unique needs and goals.


If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where we can work together to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.

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"As a systems‑oriented therapist who has walked through my own seasons of upheaval and growth, I help clients make sense of their stories with clarity, compassion, and a belief in their capacity for sustainable change."

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Get to know Kelly

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

I became a therapist because I’ve always been drawn to the moments when people feel lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of their next step, and I wanted to be someone who could sit with them in that space and help them find their way. My own experiences with growth, communication, and navigating life’s messier seasons showed me how powerful it can be to have someone truly listen, reflect, and walk alongside you. Becoming a counselor felt like a natural extension of that—an opportunity to support people as they move toward clarity, healing, and a life that feels more like their own.

What types of clients do you work best with?

I work best with clients who are open to trying new things, even when they’re not sure what the next step should be. So many of us get stuck repeating the same patterns simply because we don’t know what else to do, and I love working with people who are curious enough to question those patterns. I believe clients already carry the strengths and insight they need to make meaningful change; my role is to help them tap into that, stay open, and find their way forward with support and intention.

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

I wish clients knew that therapy can be scary, frustrating, and messy at times, and that none of that means you’re doing it wrong. Growth often feels uncomfortable before it feels meaningful. What matters is showing up with honesty and curiosity; the rest, we can navigate together.

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

In our first session, clients can expect a calm, supportive space where I get a snapshot of their life—what’s working, what isn’t, and what they want to focus on. Early on, we’ll start making sense of patterns, clarifying goals, and building a plan that feels realistic and meaningful. My hope is that clients leave feeling understood, supported, and encouraged about the path ahead.

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

My practice is shaped by my own seasons of growth, the times I’ve had to rethink old patterns, and the belief that communication can change everything. I know what it’s like to feel stuck or unsure of the next step, and that lived experience helps me sit with clients in their uncertainty without rushing them. I value honesty, curiosity, and the courage it takes to try something new, and those values guide the way I show up—steady, compassionate, and committed to helping people find their way forward.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

I tailor therapy by starting with each client’s unique strengths, needs, and pace. I use CBT, DBT, narrative work, solution‑focused strategies, EMDR, relational approaches, and more choosing what fits the person, not the other way around. Some clients need structure, others need space; some want skills, others want deeper reflection. I stay curious, collaborative, and adaptable so the work feels personal, meaningful, and truly aligned with who they are and what they’re working toward.

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesLife Transition, Relationships, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Mood Disorders, Grief, Domestic Abuse, LGBTQIA+, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, Women’s Issues, Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Eating Disorder, Codependency, Dual Diagnosis, Marital & Premarital, Open Relationships / Non-Monogamy, Panic Attack, Seniors & Geriatric, Social Anxiety, Step-Family / Blended Family Issues, Suicidal Ideation, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Career Counseling, Chronic Illness/Pain, Alcohol Use, Substance Use, Family Conflict, Parenting, Divorce
ApproachesMotivational Interviewing, Narrative, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Family Systems, Any / Eclectic, Behavioral Therapy, Coaching, Family / Marital, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gottman Method, Mindfulness-Based Therapy (MBCT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma-Focused, Strength-Based Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, Schema Therapy
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Education and training

Years in practice
11 years
Graduating institute
Northcentral University
Graduating degree
MA Marriage and Family Therapy
Graduating institute
University of Phoenix
Graduating degree
MS Psychology
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1578016721
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State of practiceOR
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