Kevin Kelsey

Kevin Kelsey is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in California with 26 years of experience. He helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, and the challenges of major life changes. He also supports people managing focus and attention concerns such as ADHD and related concentration or memory difficulties.

Kevin aims to create an open and nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be talked through. Sessions are meant to let people say what matters to them and work toward practical steps that fit their life. He emphasizes small, steady changes rather than sudden fixes.

Over his career Kevin has worked with a wide range of concerns that intersect with mental health and life transitions. These include adoption and foster care issues, aging and geriatric concerns, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family stress, body image and self-love, and end-of-life and hospice topics. He also engages with challenges such as guilt, shame, isolation, and questions about life purpose.

Clinically, Kevin draws on approaches like Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide sessions. In practice this means focusing on skills for emotional regulation, exploring motivation for change, and identifying concrete steps that move people forward.

People who choose him can expect a steady, supportive guide who works collaboratively. He encourages clients to set goals, try targeted strategies, and track progress over time. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.

How Kevin Uses DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Work Online

Dialectical Behavior Therapy helps people learn concrete skills for managing intense emotions and improving relationships. When used in sessions it often focuses on breathing, grounding, and practical behavior strategies to reduce overwhelm.

Motivational Interviewing centers on helping someone find their own reasons to change. It uses open questions and reflection to build momentum for goals like improving focus, mood, or daily routines.

Solution-Focused Therapy zooms in on small, achievable steps. It asks what will look different when things improve and then maps practical actions to get there.

Finding the right mix of these approaches is part of the work. Kevin collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their needs and preferences. Together they set goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan based on what helps.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know how sessions will be scheduled. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, shorten check-in time when needed, and allow sessions without travel. It also lets people focus on skill practice between visits and track progress week to week.