Kelly Joyce, LISW - Therapist in Ohio

Stress and anxiety
Relationship work
CBT and DBT methods

About Kelly

Kelly Joyce is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) in Ohio with nine years of experience in mental health care. She works with young adults and others who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship problems, trauma, eating issues, addiction, and major life changes.

Kelly earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Social Work from Youngstown State University. Her background includes work in inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment settings, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient care. That range of settings has shaped how she structures sessions and follows practical goals.

Her approach is client-centered and trauma-informed. She treats the person, not a diagnosis, and uses straightforward tools from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy to address symptoms and build skills. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ideas when values and meaningful action are the focus.

In sessions Kelly focuses on concrete steps clients can try between meetings. Conversations often include identifying unhelpful thought patterns, practicing emotional regulation skills, and setting realistic goals for relationships, work, or school. She also helps people address issues like body image, attachment concerns, and caregiver stress.

Outside of clinical work she spends time with family, watches true crime documentaries, and travels when she can. Kelly works in Ohio and conducts therapy in English.

Approaches used and how online sessions work

Kelly commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people clarify what matters to them and take small actions that align with those values. ACT is often useful for anxiety, stress, and feeling stuck.

She also uses Client-Centered Therapy, which prioritizes the client's perspective and lets the person guide the pace and focus of sessions. This approach supports people who want a collaborative, respectful space to talk through problems.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kelly will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and together decide which techniques to try. That means choosing between skills-based work, values-focused action, or a mix depending on symptoms and life demands.

The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make fitting therapy into a busy life easier by removing commute time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, or letting someone join from a different location. Therapists and licensed professionals often adapt exercises like CBT worksheets, DBT skills coaching, and values work to work well in remote sessions.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersCoping with life changes

Also works with

Addictions LGBTFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issues Communication problems Control issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issues Mood disordersNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexuality Social anxiety and phobiaTrichotillomaniaWomen's issues Workplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapyInternal Family Systems

Experience

9+ years

Listed in

Ohio

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does she help with?

She helps with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, trauma, eating issues, addiction, and life transitions including career and parenting concerns.

What is her therapy style like?

Her style is client-centered and trauma-informed. Sessions focus on practical skills from CBT and DBT and on values-based action when relevant.

How much clinical experience does Kelly have?

She has nine years of experience working across inpatient, residential, partial hospitalization, and outpatient settings.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

Kelly is an Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (OH LISW) and practices in Ohio.

Does she work in other languages or with international clients?

Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats does she offer?

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography.

How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?

Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

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