Brian Kelley, LCPC
Compassionate counselor for change and healing
- Stress and anxiety support
- Trauma and relationship work
- Flexible online sessions
About Brian Kelley
Brian Kelley, LCPC, is an Illinois-based therapist who works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, and a range of life transitions. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - he brings clinical training and focused therapeutic skills to help people navigate difficult emotional and interpersonal situations. With three years of clinical experience, he assists clients dealing with mood disorders, intimacy and parenting concerns, career questions, and compassion fatigue among other issues.
Brian draws on established therapeutic methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered approaches, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and existential work to tailor care to each person’s needs. He pays attention to how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and works collaboratively to develop practical tools for symptom relief and meaningful, sustainable change. His approach emphasizes genuine, nonjudgmental listening and a steady focus on clients’ goals and values.
He affirms people of all gender expressions, sexual orientations, faiths or non-faith traditions, and cultural backgrounds, and aims to create a respectful space where individuals can explore roots of distress and build new pathways forward. Brian offers a calm, goal-oriented style intended to help clients get unstuck, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Brian draws on established therapeutic methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered approaches, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and existential work to tailor care to each person’s needs. He pays attention to how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and works collaboratively to develop practical tools for symptom relief and meaningful, sustainable change. His approach emphasizes genuine, nonjudgmental listening and a steady focus on clients’ goals and values.
He affirms people of all gender expressions, sexual orientations, faiths or non-faith traditions, and cultural backgrounds, and aims to create a respectful space where individuals can explore roots of distress and build new pathways forward. Brian offers a calm, goal-oriented style intended to help clients get unstuck, strengthen relationships, and move toward a more fulfilling life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesLife purposeMen's issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Brian Kelley have?
Brian Kelley has 3 years of clinical experience.
Is Brian Kelley a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LCPC credential - Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor. License details: IL LCPC 180.007807.
In which languages does Brian Kelley provide therapy?
Brian provides therapy in English.
Where is Brian Kelley located?
Brian is located in Illinois.
How can I work with Brian Kelley as my therapist?
You can work with Brian Kelley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Brian Kelley work with international clients?
No. Brian Kelley does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Brian 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Brian uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify and change unhelpful patterns of thinking and behavior; this approach is practical and often helps with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. He also employs Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which focuses on clarifying values and developing psychological flexibility so people can move forward even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. In addition, a Client-Centered approach guides sessions with empathic listening and collaboration, creating space for clients to explore their goals and personal meaning.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Brian works together with each client to determine what methods fit best based on individual needs, goals, and preferences. He adapts techniques over time so care remains aligned with the client’s changing priorities.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - offer flexibility for scheduling and make it possible to receive support from home or on the go. These formats allow licensed professionals to deliver consistent, goal-focused care while accommodating different communication preferences and life demands.