Kellie Kizis, LCSW

Kellie Kizis is a licensed clinical social worker in Florida with more than 15 years of experience supporting individuals and families through challenging life transitions. She has worked with people facing depression, anxiety, parenting concerns, cancer diagnoses, low self-esteem, grief and loss, and the effects of trauma. Her background includes hospital, hospice, and fitness center settings, which has given her practical knowledge of medical issues and body wellness. She also integrates holistic elements into her practice and is a Reiki Master who uses essential oils as part of some complementary approaches.

Her counseling style is warm, interactive, and nonjudgmental. Kellie emphasizes partnership - she collaborates with clients and their families to problem-solve, set goals, and develop personalized plans of action. Her clinical toolbox includes mindfulness-based methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, solution-focused strategies, trauma-informed care, and holistic options tailored to each person’s needs. As a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), she blends professional training with practical experience to support, empower, and celebrate progress alongside those she works with. Kellie looks forward to joining clients on their journey toward greater resilience and well-being.

Therapeutic Approaches and Flexible Online Care

Kellie Kizis offers a mix of evidence-informed approaches adapted for online work. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the client’s goals and strengths, giving space for each person to define what matters most and build self-esteem, coping skills, and stronger family connections. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns and teaches practical strategies to manage anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns. Mindfulness Therapy cultivates present-moment awareness and gentle acceptance, which can be useful for managing stress, grief, and the aftereffects of trauma.

Deciding which approach to use is a collaborative process. Kellie works with clients to assess needs, priorities, and preferences, and together they choose or combine methods that fit the client’s goals. This partnership helps tailor sessions to what will be most useful in real life.

Online therapy with Kellie is available by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and life situations. These options make it easier to access licensed professionals and therapists from varied locations, accommodate work and caregiving demands, and support continuity of care when in-person visits are not practical.