Brian Kelley, LCPC

Brian Kelley is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) practicing in Illinois who supports adults navigating stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, grief and a wide range of life transitions. He meets clients where they are and focuses on helping them move from feeling stuck or unheard to practical relief and sustained progress. By collaborating to identify each person’s unique needs, the sources of distress and the patterns that maintain problems, he guides clients in developing concrete tools to manage overwhelming situations and rebuild meaningful connections.

Brian has experience working with depression, bipolar disorder, stress management, personality-related concerns, relationship difficulties, divorce, LGBTQ issues, grief and various sources of trauma. He integrates evidence-informed methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy and Existential approaches to tailor care around a client’s goals and values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy - which explores links between thoughts, feelings and behaviors - is one approach he commonly uses to reduce symptoms and shift unhelpful patterns.

He brings a compassionate, collaborative stance to therapy and honors diverse cultural backgrounds, gender expressions and sexual orientations. Brian also works with issues such as addiction, parenting and career concerns, compassion fatigue, aging-related challenges and veteran-related matters. For those ready to take a step toward change, he offers flexible remote options to begin the work.

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Care

Brian draws on several therapeutic approaches that translate well to online work. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes identifying personal values and taking committed action even in the presence of difficult thoughts or emotions - it can help with anxiety, depression and navigating life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connections between thoughts, feelings and behaviors and offers practical strategies for reducing symptoms and altering unhelpful patterns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client’s experience, using empathy and nonjudgmental listening to build self-awareness and strengthen emotional resources.

Finding the best approach is part of the therapeutic process. Brian works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals and preferences, adapting techniques as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps clients feel involved in treatment choices and fosters clearer steps toward change.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can take place by video call, over the phone, via live chat or through text-based messaging - making it easier to schedule work around busy lives or caregiving responsibilities. Licensed professionals can deliver effective, goal-oriented care remotely, helping clients access support without geographic barriers.