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Kelly Joyce, LISW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Kelly is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Kelly. View 20 reviews
Great news, Kelly is accepting new clients!
She is normally fully-booked.
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Ohio

Recent reviews

She is a great therapist to talk to and gives good advice!

Reviewed May 2022

Kelly is amazing and has helped me through a lot. I would recommend her to anyone! I appreciate her very much!

Reviewed April 2022

More about Kelly

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • LISW

Hello! I’m Kelly, a Licensed Independent Social Worker based in Ohio with over nine years of experience in mental health therapy. I hold both a Bachelor’s in Psychology and a Master’s in Social Work from Youngstown State University.

Throughout my career, I’ve gained extensive experience across various therapeutic settings, including inpatient psychiatric hospitals, residential treatment facilities, partial hospitalization programs, and outpatient care. I specialize in helping individuals navigate challenges such as eating disorders, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, addiction, and trauma.

As a trauma-informed therapist trained in EMDR therapy, I adopt a client-centered approach, believing that clients are the experts in their own lives and should guide the direction of their therapy. My practice is rooted in a strengths-based and solution-focused framework, incorporating techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), among other modalities.

When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family, watching true crime documentaries, cuddling with my cats, and traveling to new places.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Eating disorders Coping with life changes Addictions LGBT Family conflicts Intimacy-related issues Parenting issues Self esteem Career difficulties Bipolar disorder Depression Abandonment Adoption and foster care Attachment issues Avoidant personality Blended family issues Body image Caregiver issues and stress Chronic pain, illness, and disability Co-morbidity Codependency Commitment issues Communication problems Control issues Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD) Dissociation Divorce and separation Drug and alcohol addiction Eating and food-related issues Emptiness Family of origin issues Family problems Fatherhood issues Fertility issues Forgiveness Guilt and shame Impulsivity Infidelity Isolation / loneliness Jealousy Life purpose Midlife crisis Veteran and Armed Forces Issues Money and financial issues Mood disorders Narcissism Panic disorder and panic attacks Personality disorders Postpartum depression Post-traumatic stress Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Sexuality Social anxiety and phobia Trichotillomania Women's issues Workplace issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Psychodynamic Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems

Licenses

Kelly Joyce's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1912522087.

  • LISW · Ohio · I.2002437 · Expires November 2026

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Kelly Joyce

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

20 reviews

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Clients mention: Great Understanding Comfortable Confident Helped Helpful Recommend Safe Supportive Thoughtful

She is a great therapist to talk to and gives good advice!

Reviewed May 2022

Kelly is amazing and has helped me through a lot. I would recommend her to anyone! I appreciate her very much!

Reviewed April 2022

Thank you for you time and listening skills

Reviewed March 2022

Kelly is super nice and understanding. She doesn't make you feel as if you are a bother, she tries to fully understand where you are coming from in angles that others may not. She also tries to come up with solutions in more ways than just 'Plan A"

Reviewed February 2022

Kelly is the best at putting people at ease and letting them set the tone for therapy. She gives you room to express yourself and share ideas and experiences, but holds you accountable when needed. Kelly centers sessions around your goals, values, and solution-based approach where you never feel condescended to or overlooked.

Reviewed January 2022

Kelly was great in terms of asking the right questions and figuring things out. I enjoyed my conversation with her and it helped me have clarity.

Reviewed December 2021

Despite my disorganized rambles, Kelly is able to identify my main concerns. Kelly knows the right questions to ask to help guide me towards a solution. She is kind, patient and understanding. Most importantly, she makes me feel safe to discuss a variety of topics by maintaining a judgment-free zone. I am confident in her expertise and couldn't have asked for a better therapist.

Reviewed August 2021

Kelly does a great job of listening to my needs and giving appropriate advice and solutions for how to deal with issues in my life.

Reviewed August 2021

As soon as I was connected with Kelly Joyce, I knew I had made choice in choosing her as my counselor. I picked her based off her expertise matching what I was hoping to work on/through & as soon as we were connected she began asking questions to get to know me & made me feel heard. Although we have not been paired long, Kelly has already made me feel comfortable & has created a space where I feel safe & able to talk about hard topics. Her communication is timely, thoughtful, & honest. Kelly has made me feel that I can make positive progress with her as my counselor & I look forward to future sessions!

Reviewed July 2021

I was super anxious about talking to a counselor since I’ve had a few before and they sadly didn’t work out, but Kelly made me feel so comfortable right off the bat! I’ve been able to open up so much and share everything that I’m struggling with in order to resolve the issues I have. She validates my feelings, is attentive, supportive, and presents me with solutions to help with my anxiety. I can’t recommend her enough!

Reviewed June 2021

Kelly Joyce is the most committed counselor I have met, and I meet counselors in my career. I'm not sure how she is able to respond so quickly, but I am grateful for her dedication. She is clear, concise, and compassionate while listening with intent. Excellent counselor. Open-ended questions and appropriate feedback.

Reviewed June 2021

the most kind, down to earth counselor ive ever worked with

Reviewed June 2021

I am so thankful I found Kelly! I first matched with a therapist that I didn't vibe with, but Kelly has been exactly what I need. Kelly is supportive, asks me thought provoking questions, and provides me resources and guidance. But most of all, she gets me, and it feels nice to finally be heard and (virtually) seen.

Reviewed May 2021

Kelly is very prompt and understanding. In the short time I’ve spoke with her; I feel much more valid in my struggles.

Reviewed May 2021

In the short couple of weeks I've know Kelly, I am confident that she is here to support and help me in my journey to getting better. She has given me so much hope and it's so good to know that she's there if I need her.

Reviewed April 2021

Extremely quick response time. Very thoughtful and empathetic.

Reviewed April 2021

Kelly is not over-bearing and is very knowledgeable and adaptable. Is able to keep calm and provide streamline advice and seems to see through the “noise” and get right to helpful solutions or issues.

Reviewed April 2021

Extremely caring and understanding. She's perfect.

Reviewed April 2021

Kelly has been very helpful during a difficult time. She is very responsive

Reviewed April 2021

Kelly is a fantastic counsellor and seems to always say the right things. Pays great attention to detail. I couldnt reccomend her enough.

Reviewed April 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kelly Joyce offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Kelly Joyce works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Kelly Joyce speak?

Kelly Joyce speaks English.

How many years of experience does Kelly Joyce have?

Kelly Joyce has 9 years of experience.

Where is Kelly Joyce licensed to practice?

Kelly Joyce is licensed to practice in Ohio.

Does Kelly Joyce accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Kelly Joyce does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Kelly Joyce offer?

Kelly Joyce offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems.

How can I communicate with Kelly Joyce?

Kelly Joyce can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Kelly Joyce?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

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