Licensed clinical social worker recordCalifornia
Kevin Kelsey, LCSW
California
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - stress and attention
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in California
- LCSW, licence 126594
- Licensed in Illinois
- LCSW, licence 149021058
- NPI
- 1801355540
- Experience
- 26 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- California
These details come from information Kevin supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- DBT skills
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused
About Kevin
Kevin Kelsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Illinois and California with 26 years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem concerns, depression, coping with life changes, and attention challenges such as ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and emphasize practical steps clients can use between meetings.
Kevin helps people break down problems into manageable parts. He focuses on motivation, improving concentration, and rebuilding confidence. Conversations are direct and concrete, aimed at making everyday tasks feel more doable.
He brings long-term experience in areas beyond core mood and attention concerns. That includes adoption and foster care, aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, blended family issues, body image, fertility concerns, and hospice or end-of-life topics. He also addresses isolation, prejudice and discrimination, guilt and shame, and questions about life purpose and self-love.
Kevin uses approaches that encourage skill-building and short-term progress. He employs strategies from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help people set clear goals and practice concrete skills. Sessions typically aim for straightforward tools someone can try between meetings.
People who want a practical, task-oriented conversation about current problems may find this style useful. To begin, clients follow the site's scheduling flow and complete a short matching questionnaire before booking a first session.
Kevin holds the LCSW credential and practices from California while maintaining licensure in Illinois as well. He does not work with international clients and offers services in English only.
BHow sessions work
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, focuses on teaching specific coping skills for managing strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It breaks skills into practical modules people can practice between sessions to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning.Motivational Interviewing is a conversational style that helps people find their own reasons for change. It uses open questions and reflective listening to build motivation and set small, realistic goals that fit a person's life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will collaborate with each client to choose strategies based on current needs, goals, and what feels doable. That means trying techniques, checking what works, and adjusting the plan as progress is reviewed.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking since formats are not listed here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, because they remove travel time and can allow for shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people use video or audio options depending on bandwidth or comfort with being on camera. Check the therapist's session options during the matching and scheduling steps to confirm which formats are offered.
CAreas of focus
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
26+ years
Listed in
California, Illinois
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he work with?
He works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, depression, coping with life changes, and ADHD. He also addresses many related issues such as body image and isolation.
What is his therapeutic style?
Kevin uses practical, skill-based approaches that emphasize goal setting and behavior change. He draws on DBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy techniques.
How much experience does he have?
He has 26 years of professional experience working in social work and clinical settings. That span includes work with a broad range of life-stage and caregiving concerns.
Is he a licensed clinician and where is he based?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with licensure in Illinois and California and practices from California.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the client location.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers