LCSW
Cira Kelley, LCSW
Therapist in New York
Cira is a LCSW therapist in New York.
- 25+ years of experience
- Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Family conflicts
- Approaches include Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy
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About Cira
Her practice emphasizes compassion and cultural sensitivity, with a particular interest in self-esteem, communication challenges, parenting and family dynamics, and attachment-related concerns such as adoption and foster care. Cira combines a strengths-based stance with practical strategies so that clients can process difficult emotions, build self-compassion, and develop tools for everyday life.
Whether addressing workplace stress, intimacy-related issues, or broader goals for personal growth, Cira provides an affirming environment for exploration and change. She works collaboratively to identify priorities, set achievable goals, and support sustainable progress toward healthier relationships and greater emotional well-being.
Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches Online
Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relationships shape current patterns in close connections. It helps people address attachment issues, family and parenting dynamics, abandonment concerns, and challenges related to adoption or foster care by focusing on how safer, more secure connections can be rebuilt.
Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and the client’s own capacity for growth. This approach is useful for strengthening self-esteem, increasing self-understanding, and supporting people who are seeking a compassionate space to explore personal values and life goals.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT is often used to address anxiety, stress, depression, anger, and to build practical coping skills for day-to-day challenges.
Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Cira works with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time in partnership with each person. Licensed professionals and therapists often combine elements from different approaches to create a personalized plan.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to access care from home or on the go. These options support consistent engagement and make it possible to receive ongoing therapeutic support without geographic constraints.
Frequently asked questions
How much experience does Cira Kelley have?
Cira Kelley has 25 years of experience as a practicing therapist.
Is Cira Kelley a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: NY LCSW 096756.
In which languages does Cira Kelley provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Cira Kelley located?
She is located in New York.
How can I work with Cira Kelley as my therapist?
You can work with Cira Kelley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Cira Kelley work with international clients?
Cira Kelley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Cira Kelley 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, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. 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.
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Experience
25+ years
Credentials
New York
Languages
English