Kelly Ambrose
LCSW specializing in trauma, addiction, stress, and anxiety
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About
Kelly Ambrose is an LCSW practicing in Illinois with 13 years of clinical experience supporting people facing a wide range of challenges. She works with issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, anger, and depression, and maintains a broad clinical focus that includes concerns like attachment issues, body image, chronic pain and illness, and substance-related difficulties. Her practice is informed by an interest in practical problem solving and by an emphasis on interpersonal patterns that affect daily functioning.
Her therapeutic approach is described as compassionate and holistic, drawing from evidence-based practices to help individuals explore their histories, manage difficult emotions, and build clearer ways of relating. She attends to themes of abandonment, codependency, communication struggles, and dissociation when these arise, and she addresses life transitions such as divorce and separation. Kelly also notes particular attention to women's issues, young adult challenges, and faith-based perspectives.
She aims to collaborate with each person to identify meaningful goals, reduce shame, and strengthen coping skills. Those seeking structured support for addiction recovery, trauma recovery, or mood and anxiety concerns will find a clinician who emphasizes empowerment, practical strategies, and an individualized plan for moving forward.
Her therapeutic approach is described as compassionate and holistic, drawing from evidence-based practices to help individuals explore their histories, manage difficult emotions, and build clearer ways of relating. She attends to themes of abandonment, codependency, communication struggles, and dissociation when these arise, and she addresses life transitions such as divorce and separation. Kelly also notes particular attention to women's issues, young adult challenges, and faith-based perspectives.
She aims to collaborate with each person to identify meaningful goals, reduce shame, and strengthen coping skills. Those seeking structured support for addiction recovery, trauma recovery, or mood and anxiety concerns will find a clinician who emphasizes empowerment, practical strategies, and an individualized plan for moving forward.
- 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)
Teletherapy options and therapeutic focus
Kelly provides remote sessions that use video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility in how people connect. Her online work is informed by evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on practical strategies to manage symptoms of anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. In remote meetings she focuses on concrete tools, safety planning when needed, and skill-building to improve day-to-day functioning.
Kelly also emphasizes a collaborative approach in virtual care. She works with individuals to set goals, track progress, and adapt interventions to the person’s context, including attention to attachment patterns, communication difficulties, and coping with trauma. When faith-based perspectives are important to someone, she incorporates that context into the therapeutic plan on request.
People who prefer a structured, interactive online format may find a good fit with her style. The mix of synchronous options such as video or phone and asynchronous options like text-based messaging supports different needs for contact and reflection.
What is Kelly Ambrose's clinical experience?
She has 13 years of experience providing therapy for a range of mental health concerns.
What are her professional credentials and license information?
Kelly is an LCSW licensed in Illinois. License: IL LCSW 149.031069.
Which languages does she offer sessions in?
The profile indicates she works in English.
Where is she located?
She is based in Illinois.
How can people work with her remotely?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging as communication options.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile specifies that she does not accept international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process to get started?
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