- Emotion regulation skills
- Goal focused support
- Adoption and foster care
About Kevin
Kevin Kelsey is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of experience. He practices in California and brings a calm, direct approach to common concerns like stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and challenges with focus and motivation. He aims to make it easier for someone feeling overwhelmed to take the first step toward change.
He creates a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on practical steps and tools that can be used between meetings. He listens for what matters most to each person and helps set clear, achievable goals.
Kevin draws on Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to help manage emotions and improve coping. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support shifts in motivation and Solution-Focused Therapy to identify small, useful changes. Those methods are used together based on what a person needs in the moment.
Over his career he has helped people dealing with life changes, attention and memory challenges, isolation, and problems with communication and self-image. He also pays attention to issues connected to adoption and foster care when they come up in sessions.
He holds LCSW credentials in Illinois and California and works in English. People who choose to work with him can expect straightforward guidance, practical tools, and a focus on steady, manageable progress.
How his approaches translate to online support
Kevin commonly uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to help people notice and manage intense emotions, reduce overwhelm, and build steadier routines. These skills are practical and can be practiced between sessions to improve day-to-day coping.He also uses Motivational Interviewing to help people find and strengthen their reasons for change. This approach focuses on conversation and reflection to boost motivation and clarify next steps. Solution-Focused Therapy is used to identify small, realistic changes that lead toward a person’s goals rather than revisiting every problem in detail.
Deciding which approach fits best is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and together choose the methods that make the most sense. That collaboration continues as goals evolve and progress is reviewed.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since formats are not listed here. Online options can help make appointments easier to fit into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when time is limited, and reduce travel time so therapy can be maintained alongside work and family obligations.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Credentials
California, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What problems does he commonly help with?
He helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and difficulty concentrating. He also addresses life transitions and motivation challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
Kevin uses a straightforward and practical style. He focuses on tools and steps you can use between sessions to manage emotions and move forward.
What kind of experience does he have?
He has 26 years of professional experience working with a range of concerns including concentration, memory, and coping with life changes.
What credentials and location are on record?
He holds LCSW credentials and is licensed in Illinois and California. His practice is based in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are fees and subscriptions handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.