About

Kellisha Priester is a licensed clinician in California with 11 years of experience supporting people through complex life challenges. She holds CA LMFT 131025, which indicates she is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California.

Her practice focuses on creating a compassionate, affirming space for those working through relationship dynamics, family conflict, intimacy-related concerns, and parenting challenges. Kellisha addresses communication difficulties, life transitions, workplace stress, and issues commonly affecting young adults, veterans, and first responders.

She offers culturally responsive, evidence-based guidance that helps clients build healthier relationships, move past personal barriers, and explore meaningful purpose. Kellisha’s work attends to the intersections of personal experience, systemic pressures, and individual resilience, with particular dedication to supporting people who face prejudice and discrimination and to navigating complex family systems.

As a therapist of color who practices from a perspective shaped by her identity as a female, Christian, gay, liberal clinician, she is committed to maintaining a therapeutic environment that feels safe, respectful, and transformative for individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Location:
California, United States
Years Experience:
11
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Compassion fatigue, Family, Intimacy-related issues, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship
Other areas of experience: Adoption, Aging and geriatric issues, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Disaster relief therapy, Divorce, Domestic violence, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Foster care, Guilt and shame, Hospice and end-of-life counseling, Impulsivity, Intimacy-related issues, Life purpose, Non-monogamous relationships, Polyamory, Prejudice and discrimination, Separation, Veterans, Women’s issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues, Stress & Anxiety Therapists, Addiction Therapists, Trauma & Abuse Therapists

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: CA LMFT 131025
  • NPI Number: 1801291281
  • License: LMFT (California) #131025 exp 2026-02-28

Is Online Therapy the Right Choice for Your Mental Health Journey?

Many people wonder whether therapy delivered online can produce meaningful results. For a range of common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and life transitions - online therapy has been found to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One major benefit is flexibility: people can connect in the way that suits them best, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This variety of options often makes it easier to fit therapy into daily life and maintain consistency in care.

Licensed professionals conduct online sessions, and clients have the option to change therapists at any time if they are seeking a different fit. Overall, online therapy can be a practical and effective route for many who are seeking support for common mental health and relationship concerns.

How much experience does Kellisha Priester have?

Kellisha Priester has 11 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Kellisha Priester a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kellisha Priester holds CA LMFT 131025, indicating she is a licensed marriage and family therapist in California.

In which languages does Kellisha Priester provide therapy?

Kellisha Priester provides therapy in English.

Where is Kellisha Priester located?

Kellisha Priester is located in California.

How can I work with Kellisha Priester as my therapist?

You can work with Kellisha Priester through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Kellisha Priester cost?

The cost of therapy can vary based 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 straightforward. Click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.