- Values-based work
- Emotion regulation
- Workplace wellbeing
About Kelsey
Kelsey Forrest is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina. She draws on seven years of experience to help people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue. She also supports those navigating ADHD and LGBT-related concerns. Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth, with a focus on practical steps that fit into everyday life.
Her work emphasizes acceptance and meaningful action. She often uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take small, doable steps toward goals. She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy to teach skills for managing strong emotions and improving day-to-day functioning.
Kelsey takes a holistic view of wellbeing, noticing how work, relationships, and self-care connect. She pays attention to communication patterns, impulsivity, and feelings of isolation that can get in the way of progress. Sessions include skill practice, values work, and straightforward problem solving.
She has experience supporting people through mood disorders, workplace issues, and the challenges common to young adults. Kelsey aims to create a steady, practical path forward rather than quick fixes. Progress is framed as small, consistent steps toward a life a person finds meaningful.
Sessions are conducted in English and she does not take international clients. Prospective clients should confirm current session options and scheduling details before booking.
How ACT and DBT can work in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people identify what matters most to them and take small actions that match those values. It can be useful for stress, anxiety, and decisions about work and life direction.Dialectical Behavior Therapy focuses on building practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal interactions. That makes it helpful for managing strong feelings, impulsivity, and communication problems.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest which methods to try. This is a collaborative process with regular check-ins to see what is helping and what should change.
Confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full appointment isn’t needed. It can also let people do skill practice in their everyday routines, such as trying a new communication strategy at work and reviewing how it went in the next session.
Areas of expertise
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Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Credentials
Arizona, North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Kelsey help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and compassion fatigue. She also supports those dealing with ADHD and LGBT-related concerns, plus workplace strain and isolation.
What is her approach in sessions?
Kelsey blends Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy with client-centered care. Sessions focus on values, emotion regulation, and practical skills you can use day to day.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of professional experience working with a range of concerns and life stages. That background informs a practical, step-by-step approach.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She holds the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential, LCSW, and practices in North Carolina. She also holds an LCSW credential in Arizona.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with Kelsey?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.