Kelly Ambrose
Compassionate therapy for resilience and growth
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About
Kelly Ambrose, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience supporting people as they move through complicated emotions, life transitions, and the day-to-day impact of stress. Her work is grounded in compassion and a holistic perspective, with a focus on helping clients make sense of depression, anxiety, trauma, and the patterns that can keep them feeling stuck.
By nature, she is curious and strongly motivated to be of service. Kelly brings that curiosity into therapy, creating space for clients to explore what they have been carrying, identify what matters most to them, and build practical ways to cope. She has experience addressing concerns such as stress management, addiction recovery, communication challenges, and personal growth, while helping clients strengthen self-worth, work through shame, and reconnect with inner resilience.
Kelly draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support insight, healing, and healthier coping strategies. Whether someone is navigating social anxiety, relationship difficulties, or searching for a stronger sense of purpose, she aims to offer steady, professional guidance and a collaborative process that respects each person’s unique story. Her practice is especially attentive to women’s issues, young adult concerns, and faith-based perspectives when those elements are meaningful to the client.
By nature, she is curious and strongly motivated to be of service. Kelly brings that curiosity into therapy, creating space for clients to explore what they have been carrying, identify what matters most to them, and build practical ways to cope. She has experience addressing concerns such as stress management, addiction recovery, communication challenges, and personal growth, while helping clients strengthen self-worth, work through shame, and reconnect with inner resilience.
Kelly draws from evidence-based therapeutic techniques to support insight, healing, and healthier coping strategies. Whether someone is navigating social anxiety, relationship difficulties, or searching for a stronger sense of purpose, she aims to offer steady, professional guidance and a collaborative process that respects each person’s unique story. Her practice is especially attentive to women’s issues, young adult concerns, and faith-based perspectives when those elements are meaningful to the client.
- Location:
- Illinois, United States
- Years Experience:
- 13
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Antisocial personality, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Cancer, Codependency, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Hoarding, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Paranoia, Personality disorders, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-harm, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: IL LCSW 149.031069
- NPI Number: 1215424056
- License: LCSW (Illinois)
Evidence-Based Support, Designed for Online Life
Kelly Ambrose, LCSW, draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients move from feeling overwhelmed to feeling more grounded and capable. In practice, this often means using structured, skills-focused strategies that help people notice patterns in thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, then practice new ways of responding - especially when stress, anxiety, depression, or anger start to take over.Her work is also informed by a holistic, whole-person perspective. Rather than focusing on a single symptom, therapy can explore how past experiences, current relationships, and daily pressures interact, which can be particularly helpful for clients working through trauma and abuse, addiction-related challenges, or major life transitions. The goal is to build coping strategies that fit real life and support steadier self-worth over time.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Kelly collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and focus of sessions so the work feels relevant and workable.
Online therapy can make that process more accessible. Sessions may take place through video calls or phone sessions, and support can also be available through live chat or text-based messaging, offering flexible ways to stay engaged between appointments and fit care into a busy schedule.
How much experience does Kelly Ambrose have?
Kelly Ambrose has 13 years of experience providing therapy and supporting clients through a range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Is Kelly Ambrose a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kelly Ambrose is licensed as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). Her license is IL LCSW 149.031069.
In which languages does Kelly Ambrose provide therapy?
Kelly Ambrose provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Ambrose located?
Kelly Ambrose is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Kelly Ambrose as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly Ambrose through online formats, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to get support in a way that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Kelly Ambrose work with international clients?
No. Kelly Ambrose does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Ambrose cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors like your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For the most up-to-date pricing and 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.