- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship dynamics
- Self esteem work
About Chelsea
Chelsea Durbin is a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, practicing in Kentucky with six years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and trauma and abuse. Chelsea also focuses on issues like self-esteem, attachment and matters related to sexuality.
She takes a direct, practical approach in sessions. Conversations look at what is happening now and what patterns repeat over time. Chelsea helps people build clearer communication, manage strong emotions, and make smaller changes that reduce daily overwhelm.
Her work often addresses wounds from past relationships, including abandonment and attachment struggles. She supports people recovering from sexual assault and abuse and those dealing with shame, guilt, or self-harm urges. Chelsea also helps with mood disorders and the loneliness that can come with major life transitions.
Chelsea pays attention to how relationship styles affect everyday life, including non-monogamous and polyamorous arrangements. She talks through boundaries, consent, and managing jealousy in ways that fit each person’s values. Practical tools for improving connection and managing conflict are a common part of sessions.
People can expect a collaborative process that focuses on skills and understanding. Chelsea helps clients clarify goals, practice new behaviors between sessions, and track small shifts. She asks about life context and offers straightforward steps to try outside of therapy.
For anyone moving through early adult transitions or facing lingering trauma, Chelsea blends focused conversation and hands-on strategies to make progress. Sessions aim to reduce immediate distress while building skills for longer term emotional regulation and relationship health.
How therapeutic methods translate to online sessions
Evidence-based techniques often used for trauma and relationship work include cognitive and behavioral approaches. These methods focus on identifying unhelpful thinking and testing small changes in behavior to reduce anxiety, low mood, and impulsivity. They are useful when someone wants clear steps to try between sessions.Attachment-focused work is another common approach for people with abandonment or relationship wounds. This involves looking at how past relationships shape current reactions, practicing new ways of relating, and strengthening communication skills to improve closeness and reduce repeated cycles of hurt.
Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist and client will review what feels most relevant and try methods that match the person’s goals and comfort. Adjustments happen over time based on what helps in real life.
Because the biography does not list specific session formats, confirm available options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for shorter check-ins, or reduce travel time. Discuss practical needs with the therapist so sessions can fit into study, work, and daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
6+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns.
How does she approach therapy?
Her style is practical and collaborative, focusing on communication, emotion regulation, and small behavior changes to reduce daily overwhelm.
How much experience does she have?
Chelsea has six years of clinical experience as a licensed therapist.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LMFT licensed in Kentucky and practices in Kentucky.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats does she offer?
Confirm the current session formats before booking, as the biography does not specify which formats are offered.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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