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Online therapist

Kelley Knowles-Charlow

Calm, practical therapy for family and relationships

Credentials
LMFT
Experience
8 years
Licensed in
Florida
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Kelley

Kelley Knowles-Charlow is a licensed marriage and family therapist based in Florida with eight years of experience. She helps people facing relationship strain, family conflict, trauma or abuse, and issues with self-esteem and motivation. She also offers executive coaching for professionals who want clearer goals and better work habits.

Kelley aims to make the first step into therapy feel manageable and respectful. She creates a calm space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

Background and approach

Sessions focus on practical conversation and small, achievable steps toward change. That might look like mapping communication patterns, setting boundaries, or practicing new ways to respond during tense moments. Kelley blends therapeutic skills with coaching techniques when helpful.

This can mean pairing emotional processing with action plans for daily life and work responsibilities. The goal is to support both insight and real-world progress. She uses straightforward talk and active listening to guide sessions.

Clients can expect a focus on what they want to change and how to get there, rather than long explanations of theory. Kelley encourages honest feedback and adapts the pace to each person’s needs. Therapy with Kelley is collaborative.

She helps clients set goals, track small wins, and adjust steps as needed. Her approach is practical, warm, and focused on helping families and individuals move forward.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Kelley works with evidence-based therapeutic techniques that blend talk therapy and coaching. One common approach involves identifying patterns in relationships and practicing new ways of communicating. This helps people notice triggers and try different responses during real conversations. Another technique pairs emotional processing with actionable coaching steps - setting simple goals, building routines, and tracking progress to improve confidence and daily functioning.

Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. Kelley will discuss clients' goals, preferences, and concerns to choose approaches that fit their situation. She adjusts plans over time so sessions stay focused on what matters most to the person or family.

Online therapy with her is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and to continue work between sessions. Video allows face-to-face conversation, while phone and messaging can be useful for shorter check-ins or when time is tight. Overall, remote sessions aim to keep therapy practical, flexible, and focused on real change.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?
Kelley focuses on relationship problems, family conflict, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, motivation, and executive coaching.
How does she approach therapy with clients?
Her style is straightforward and collaborative, combining conversation, listening, and practical steps to help people make changes in daily life.
What is her professional background?
She has eight years of professional experience working with relationship and family issues as well as coaching professionals.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, FL LMFT MT4912, practicing in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
8 years
Licensed
Florida
Languages
English

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