- Stress management
- Motivation work
- Self esteem support
About Kelly
Kelly Fuchino is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 20 years of professional experience. He works with adults who are feeling stuck by stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or uncertainty about life's direction, including concerns related to caregiving and life purpose.
Kelly uses straightforward conversation and practical strategies to help people sort through what matters to them now. He treats clients as the expert on their own lives and focuses on building clear steps rather than relying on jargon. Sessions typically focus on identifying patterns that get in the way and testing small changes that can shift momentum.
His work draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to clarify priorities and strengthen motivation for change. These methods are applied in a down-to-earth way that connects to daily routines and responsibilities.
Kelly pays particular attention to the pressures that come from caregiving roles and life transitions. He helps people rebuild confidence after setbacks and make practical plans when they feel directionless. Conversation, goal-setting, and short behavioral experiments are common tools in sessions.
People who reach out usually want clear next steps rather than abstract therapy talk. Kelly aims to help clients identify manageable moves toward a more purposeful life while respecting each person's pace and circumstances.
How Kelly integrates CBT and Motivational Interviewing online
Kelly often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in straightforward ways. CBT helps people identify patterns of thinking and behavior that increase stress or low self-esteem, and then tests small changes to those patterns. Motivational Interviewing focuses on clarifying what matters to the person and strengthening the reasons to change, useful when motivation feels mixed or unclear.Choosing the right approach is part of the work together. Kelly will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and use that conversation to decide which methods to try. He treats the process as collaborative and adjusts techniques based on how well they fit a client's life and priorities.
The practical benefits of working online are about fitting therapy into everyday life. Confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to have shorter check-ins, schedule sessions around work or caregiving, and avoid travel time. These practical choices let therapy fit into a busy routine while focusing on clear steps toward feeling less stuck.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
California
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, caregiver stress, and questions about life purpose.
How would he approach someone feeling stuck?
He uses practical conversation, goal-setting, and small behavioral experiments to test changes and build momentum.
How much experience does he have?
He has 20 years of professional experience working with adults on stress, motivation, and confidence issues.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is a California Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as CA LCSW, and practices in California.
In which language are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.