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Kelly Van Vleet

Hopeful, practical support for life’s challenges

LCMHC North Carolina

Experience
8 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Kelly

Kelly Van Vleet is a licensed mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with eight years of clinical experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-esteem struggles, and major life transitions.

Background and approach

She creates a warm, accepting environment where clients can bring their whole selves and begin to untangle painful patterns and overwhelming emotions. Her work blends practical, evidence-informed tools with a client-centered stance; she listens closely to each person’s story and collaborates on doable strategies that fit real life.

Clients may explore cognitive-behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking, use solution-focused steps to set and reach goals, or draw on motivational interviewing to clarify values and strengthen commitment to change.

Kelly also addresses a range of related concerns, from attachment and communication problems to caregiver stress, grief around medical issues such as cancer, and challenges like infidelity, jealousy, or loneliness. She welcomes people seeking steady, practical progress and offers a respectful, nonjudgmental partnership aimed at increasing coping skills, improving relationships, and fostering greater self-compassion and resilience.

How evidence-informed approaches translate to online care

Kelly often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify and modify unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns; CBT can be useful for anxiety, depression, and stress by offering practical skills to manage symptoms. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes empathetic listening and creating a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and build self-acceptance. These approaches are offered with a focus on collaboration and measurable steps toward the client’s goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and happens together with the client. Kelly works collaboratively to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then adapts methods over time so care stays relevant and responsive to what is most helpful.

Online sessions are available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to fit consistent work into busy lives and allow clients to access licensed professionals from their own locations, supporting continuity of care and ongoing progress.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kelly commonly help with?
She supports people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, low self-esteem, and transitions, plus related issues such as attachment concerns, caregiver stress, communication problems, and feelings of isolation.
What is Kelly’s therapeutic style and approach?
Her work is client-centered and collaborative, combining practical strategies with empathetic listening. She often integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, solution-focused techniques, and motivational interviewing to tailor care to each person.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Kelly brings eight years of experience as a practicing therapist, working with a variety of emotional and relational concerns in North Carolina.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
She holds the LCMHC credential and practices in North Carolina; her license is recorded as NC LCMHC 8870.
Does she offer therapy in languages other than English or accept international clients?
Sessions are offered in English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available for online work?
Kelly provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for sessions with this therapist?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are accessed through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started working with Kelly?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling according to the therapist’s availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityEmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

8+ years

Licensed

North Carolina

Languages

English