Dr. Michele Kelly, LCSW

Dr. Michele Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Louisiana with 15 years of experience supporting teens and adults through periods of change and challenge. Her work focuses on helping people navigate life transitions - from beginning college or a first job to parenting a new baby, separating or divorcing, coping with loss, or adjusting to life after immigration. She blends practical coping skills with evidence-informed techniques to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and build resilience.

Her practice addresses a broad range of concerns including stress, grief, parenting and family issues, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, eating and body image struggles, career challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and low self-esteem. She also works with matters related to adoption and foster care, caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, communication problems, and feelings of isolation. Dr. Kelly places particular emphasis on collaborative problem solving and skill-building so clients leave therapy with tools they can use in daily life.

Dr. Kelly draws from several clinical approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and mindfulness-based techniques, adapting methods to fit each person's needs. She begins with an assessment to identify goals and then tailors treatment to those goals. Her schedule is designed to be flexible to accommodate work and family obligations, and she welcomes questions from anyone considering therapy with her.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Dr. Michele Kelly integrates several practical, evidence-informed approaches to support clients online. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify their values and take committed action toward a meaningful life even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise - it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors to reduce symptoms and improve functioning; it can be effective for anxiety, mood concerns, and coping with stress. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills, which can be particularly helpful for managing intense emotions and improving relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Kelly works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, set goals, and adapt methods so the work fits the client’s preferences and life circumstances. Together they decide which strategies to prioritize and how to apply them in day-to-day life.

Online therapy with Dr. Kelly offers practical flexibility - sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone conversations, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and comfort levels. This range of options makes consistent care more accessible for clients balancing school, work, family, or relocation, while allowing therapists and licensed professionals to tailor contact style to each person’s needs.