Dr. Michele Kelly, LCSW
Guiding teens and adults through transitions
- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and life changes
- Parenting and family
About Dr. Michele Kelly
With 15 years of clinical experience, Dr. Michele Kelly is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana who focuses on helping teens and adults navigate life transitions and related stressors. She draws on a range of evidence-informed methods to tailor care to each person, beginning with a thoughtful assessment that guides the selection of strategies most likely to fit an individual’s goals and circumstances. Dr. Kelly works with people facing common life changes such as adjusting to college, starting a first job, changing or losing employment, moving, getting married, parenting a new baby, separating or divorcing, retiring, grieving the death of a loved one, or adapting to life as an immigrant or ex-pat. These transitions - even joyful ones - can trigger anxiety, depression, or difficulty coping, and she helps clients build practical skills to steady themselves through change.
Her practice emphasizes collaboration: she partners with clients to develop coping tools, problem-solving approaches, and communication skills that carry forward beyond the therapy room. Drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, she adapts interventions to the needs of teens, adults, and families. She maintains flexible hours to accommodate varied schedules and approaches each case with respect, clarity, and a focus on usable strategies for everyday life.
Her practice emphasizes collaboration: she partners with clients to develop coping tools, problem-solving approaches, and communication skills that carry forward beyond the therapy room. Drawing from approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and mindfulness techniques, she adapts interventions to the needs of teens, adults, and families. She maintains flexible hours to accommodate varied schedules and approaches each case with respect, clarity, and a focus on usable strategies for everyday life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseEating disordersCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Adoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Women's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Michele Kelly have?
Dr. Michele Kelly has 15 years of clinical experience.
Is Dr. Michele Kelly a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are LA LCSW 2540 and MS LCSW C10142.
In which languages does Dr. Michele Kelly provide therapy?
Dr. Michele Kelly provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Michele Kelly located?
Dr. Michele Kelly is located in Louisiana.
How can I work with Dr. Michele Kelly as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Michele Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Michele Kelly work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Michele Kelly works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Michele Kelly 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 by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care for Life Transitions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and take steps toward those values even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise; it is useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, offering practical tools for depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday problems. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathetic, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist supports the client's own insights and growth, which can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and working through relationship or identity concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Kelly works collaboratively with each person to explore which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies over time as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure interventions feel relevant and doable.
Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people balancing school, work, caregiving, or geographic constraints. These formats make it easier to access licensed professionals from different locations, schedule appointments around busy lives, and maintain continuity of care during transitions or travel, while still focusing on skills, insights, and practical strategies that support daily functioning.