About

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks is a compassionate, Michigan-licensed professional counselor and a counseling supervisor with over five years of experience working with youth, teenagers, adults, families, and couples in outpatient and community settings.

She strives to create a trusting, non-judgmental, and safe space where clients can build self-awareness and pursue meaningful growth. Kelly adapts her approach to the unique needs of each person, recognizing that every individual faces different obstacles on the path to change.

In early sessions she collaborates with clients to clarify personal goals and develop a plan to support the changes they choose. Her therapeutic style blends Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and she is trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

Kelly treats people with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she values collaboration when shaping a treatment plan suited to a client’s goals and emotional development. She aims to be both honest and supportive, offering straightforward feedback when it will help clients move toward their objectives, and she looks forward to working together to develop practical strategies for the journey ahead. Kelly is licensed in Michigan as a professional counselor, credential MI LPC 6401017925.

Location:
Michigan, United States
Years Experience:
5
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English
Therapist of Color:
No
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Depression, Parenting, Relationship, Relationship, Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Addictions, ADHD, Adoption, Anger, Avoidant personality, Bipolar, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Compassion fatigue, Coping with life changes, Divorce, Family, Foster care, Grief, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Intimacy-related issues, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, LGBT, Mood disorders, Non-monogamous relationships, Personality disorders, Polyamory, Postpartum depression, Pregnancy, Self esteem, Self-harm, Self-love, Separation, Sexual trauma, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: MI LPC 6401017925
  • NPI Number: 1891237723
  • License: LPC (Michigan) #6401017925 exp 2026-11-12

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

Many people wonder whether remote sessions can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or adjusting to life changes, research and clinical experience indicate that online therapy can be as effective as traditional in-person care.

One major benefit is flexibility - clients can connect in the way that fits them best, whether by video call, phone, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options makes it simpler to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to choose the format that feels most comfortable.

Therapists offering online services are licensed professionals, and if someone decides a different therapist would be a better fit, it is possible to switch. For many people, online therapy provides a convenient, effective avenue to address everyday mental health concerns and to work toward personal goals.

How much experience does Kelly Chaiken-Crooks have?

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks has 5 years of experience providing therapy services.

Is Kelly Chaiken-Crooks a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kelly Chaiken-Crooks is a licensed therapist in Michigan, holding the credential MI LPC 6401017925.

In which languages does Kelly Chaiken-Crooks provide therapy?

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelly Chaiken-Crooks located?

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Kelly Chaiken-Crooks as my therapist?

You can work with Kelly Chaiken-Crooks through Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging.

How much does therapy with Kelly Chaiken-Crooks 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, just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the ‘Start Therapy’ button and complete a short questionnaire that helps 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.