- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Life purpose
About Kelly
Kelly Smith is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Montana with 23 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, low self-esteem, motivation, and confidence. She also focuses on life purpose and related transitions.
In sessions she encourages open conversation about thoughts and feelings. She aims to reduce judgment so people can speak honestly about hard experiences. She acknowledges that reaching out for support can feel difficult and recognizes that first step.
Kelly draws on established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, anxiety, and depression. She works with clients to identify practical steps for coping with life changes, sleep problems, and anger. Discussions also cover parenting strain, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and issues common for veterans and first responders.
People who need help with grief, end-of-life matters, pregnancy and childbirth transitions, or blended family dynamics can bring those topics to sessions. She can also support those exploring autism-related concerns, seasonal affective disorder, and self-love work.
Her style is direct and conversational. Sessions focus on what is getting in the way now and on small, achievable changes. She uses coaching elements when appropriate to help clarify goals and next steps.
How evidence-based approaches are used online
Kelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma and anxiety. Trauma-focused work looks at how past events affect current reactions and teaches skills to reduce overwhelming responses. Anxiety-focused approaches often include breathing and behavior strategies to manage worry and improve daily functioning. She also integrates methods that help with depression and motivation by breaking goals into small steps and tracking progress. These practical techniques are useful for coping with life changes, sleep problems, anger, and parenting stress. Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Kelly works collaboratively to decide which techniques fit a person's goals and preferences. She will discuss options and adjust methods as needs change so the work aligns with what matters most to the client. The original biography does not list accepted online session formats, so confirm current session options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful because they can fit into a workday, avoid travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Others prefer sessions that allow full conversations and paced work on difficult topics. Discussing practical details before the first appointment helps match session length and cadence to everyday life.Areas of expertise
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Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Montana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, relationship and intimacy-related concerns, and life purpose questions among other issues.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
She uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques and coaching elements to clarify goals and plan practical steps. Conversations tend to be direct and focused on achievable changes.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 23 years of professional experience as a clinician.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Montana.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.