Darlene Kelly
Support for growth through life’s challenges
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About
Darlene Kelly, LCSW, is a family and marriage therapist with more than two decades of experience supporting people through many stages of life. She has worked with individuals who are single, married couples, teens, and older adults, and she understands that reaching out for help can feel like a big first step.
Her style is grounded in attentive, open-ended listening that makes room for clients to speak freely in a nonjudgmental space. Rather than trying to erase difficult experiences, she focuses on creating an environment where people can share what they have been through, name what feels hard right now, and explore what moving forward could look like.
Darlene Kelly’s goal is to help clients grow across different areas of life while offering steady support through vulnerability, change, and the challenges that can come with both past and present experiences.
Her style is grounded in attentive, open-ended listening that makes room for clients to speak freely in a nonjudgmental space. Rather than trying to erase difficult experiences, she focuses on creating an environment where people can share what they have been through, name what feels hard right now, and explore what moving forward could look like.
Darlene Kelly’s goal is to help clients grow across different areas of life while offering steady support through vulnerability, change, and the challenges that can come with both past and present experiences.
- Location:
- Louisiana, United States
- Years Experience:
- 24
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Depression, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, HIV / AIDS, Hoarding, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Somatization, Traumatic brain injury, Trichotillomania, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems, Systemic Therapy
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TX LCSW 57472, MS LCSW C10272
- NPI Number: 1568627297
- License: LCSW (Louisiana), LCSW (Texas), LCSW (Mississippi)
Practical Online Therapy with Evidence-Informed Approaches
Darlene Kelly integrates approaches that help clients better understand patterns, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence one another, and it can be useful for concerns like anxiety, stress, and low mood by helping clients practice new ways of responding. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, which can support people who feel overwhelmed or stuck in intense emotional cycles. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult internal experiences while taking steps aligned with personal values, which can be especially helpful during life transitions or ongoing stress.Finding the right approach is part of the process. Darlene Kelly works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, identify what has and has not helped before, and shape therapy around preferences and day-to-day realities.
Online therapy can make it easier to get consistent support with flexible options, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This format can fit a variety of schedules and help clients stay connected to therapy even when life feels busy or unpredictable.
How much experience does Darlene Kelly have?
Darlene Kelly has 24 years of experience.
Is Darlene Kelly a licensed therapist?
Yes. Darlene Kelly is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License details: TX LCSW 57472 and MS LCSW C10272.
In which languages does Darlene Kelly provide therapy?
Darlene Kelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Darlene Kelly located?
Darlene Kelly is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Darlene Kelly as my therapist?
You can work with Darlene Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Darlene Kelly work with international clients?
Yes. Darlene Kelly works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Darlene Kelly cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.