Kelly Gulat, LPC
Virginia LPC focused on healing and growth
- Trauma and anxiety support
- LGBTQ and identity work
- CBT DBT and mindfulness
About Kelly Gulat
Kelly Gulat is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who brings 11 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals and families. She centers her practice on the whole person, addressing the many life domains that affect wellbeing including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma, identity, and relationships. Her approach blends evidence-informed methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical skills, client-centered principles, existential reflection, and mindfulness practices to tailor care to each client's needs.
Kelly works with a wide range of concerns including LGBT-related issues, family and intimacy challenges, parenting and blended family dynamics, sleep difficulties, career and self-esteem struggles, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people facing chronic illness, caregiving stress, body image and attachment-related struggles, and the emotional fallout of separation or loss. Kelly places emphasis on clear communication, healthy boundaries, and practical coping strategies while honoring each person s values and life context.
Therapy with Kelly is collaborative and goal-oriented; she helps clients explore strengths, set realistic goals, and develop skills for long-term growth. Sessions are conducted in English, and her practice is rooted in creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can examine change and find direction.
Kelly works with a wide range of concerns including LGBT-related issues, family and intimacy challenges, parenting and blended family dynamics, sleep difficulties, career and self-esteem struggles, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and compassion fatigue. She also supports people facing chronic illness, caregiving stress, body image and attachment-related struggles, and the emotional fallout of separation or loss. Kelly places emphasis on clear communication, healthy boundaries, and practical coping strategies while honoring each person s values and life context.
Therapy with Kelly is collaborative and goal-oriented; she helps clients explore strengths, set realistic goals, and develop skills for long-term growth. Sessions are conducted in English, and her practice is rooted in creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can examine change and find direction.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Gulat have?
Kelly Gulat has 11 years of experience.
Is Kelly Gulat a licensed therapist?
Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: VA LPC 0701007775.
In which languages does Kelly Gulat provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Kelly Gulat located?
Kelly Gulat is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Kelly Gulat as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly Gulat through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Kelly Gulat work with international clients?
Kelly Gulat does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Gulat 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.
Approaches in Online Therapy and How They Help
Kelly uses client-centered therapy to create a supportive, collaborative environment in which clients lead the conversation and explore their values, goals, and personal strengths. This approach is helpful for people working through identity questions, relationship issues, or major life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is practical for anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, and stress management. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotional reactivity, relationship conflict, and coping with overwhelming feelings.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kelly works collaboratively with clients to determine which techniques or combination of approaches best fit their needs, goals, and personal preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexibility by letting clients meet by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, access care from home or work, and maintain continuity during life changes. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver meaningful, skills-based work and ongoing support.