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Andrea Kelley

Practical, family-focused therapy with clear steps

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Credentials
LICSW
Experience
8 years
Licensed in
Massachusetts
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Andrea

Andrea Kelley is a licensed independent clinical social worker (LICSW) who draws on practical, evidence-informed methods to help families and parents facing stress and relationship strain. She emphasizes straightforward work on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors so people can find clearer ways to handle everyday challenges.

Andrea speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps feel manageable for someone who is worried or unsure. Andrea earned a Master of Social Work and also holds a Master of Public Health.

Background and approach

She has eight years of clinical experience since finishing her graduate training. Early in her career she worked with youth and families connected to the state welfare and mental health system, which shaped her interest in family dynamics and public health factors that affect wellbeing. Her approach centers on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) along with motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques.

In practice that means identifying unhelpful thought patterns, building small goals that fit a family’s life, and using short-term strategies to create forward movement. Sessions focus on practical skills and clear steps rather than jargon.

Andrea works with a range of concerns including parenting and family problems, stress and anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem, hoarding, compassion fatigue, relationship issues, and young adult challenges. She provides sessions in English and accepts international clients. She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

To begin, a prospective client completes a short matching questionnaire and then schedules sessions according to the therapist’s availability.

Evidence-based approaches for online family and parenting care

Andrea commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and solution-focused therapy in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy looks at how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors connect and teaches practical ways to change patterns that cause stress or conflict. Solution-Focused Therapy helps identify small, doable steps and builds on what already works for a family so progress can begin quickly.

Choosing the best approach is part of the work together. The therapist discusses goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities with each person and adjusts methods to fit the situation. This collaborative process helps decide whether to focus more on skill-building, motivation, or short-term problem solving.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to attend sessions from home, coordinate around parenting duties, and keep momentum between meetings. The emphasis is on flexible, practical care that fits family life and supports steady progress.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does this therapist address?
Therapy covers stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, hoarding, and young adult issues.
What is the therapist's general approach or style?
She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused methods to set practical goals and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
The therapist has eight years of experience since completing her graduate training and worked with youth and families during graduate school.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds a Master of Social Work and practices as a LICSW in Massachusetts. The license is listed as MA LICSW 120513.
In which language are sessions offered and are international clients supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and international clients are accepted.
Which session formats are available for online work?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on client preference.
How are costs and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
8 years
Licensed
Massachusetts
Languages
English

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