Karen is incredibly attentive to what I have to say. My favourite thing about her is that she doesn't sugar coat anything or use pacifying language, she calls it like she sees it, I need that. She knows I love animals and will show her dogs to me during our sessions and it is such a joy. If anyone needs someone to talk to that will give you real skills to work through your anxiety and distress, that is Karen. She is a wonderful support system and she is incredibly genuine.
Karen Kelly, LCSW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Karen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Karen. View 15 reviews
- Great news, Karen is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English and French
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Alaska
Recent reviews
Karen has been amazingly accepting, kind and helpful. She has been respectful and always listens. She has sent me several workbooks to help with my Anxiety and Depression and had several helpful ways to help with Anxiety! Thank you for everything.
More about Karen
- 12 years' experience
- Female
- LCSW
I am licensed in Alaska and Idaho with over 10 years of professional clinical experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, coping with addictions, & trauma and abuse.
I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. Keep in mind, while I am empathetic, I am also direct and blunt as needed; and somewhat gentle as needed, I usually tell clients what they don't want to hear vs what they want to hear.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Addictions
Trauma and abuse
Depression
Relationship issues
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Codependency
Commitment issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Isolation / loneliness
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic brain injury
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Karen Kelly's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1861897746.
- LCSW · Alaska · 109450 · Expires June 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, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Karen Kelly
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Karen is incredibly attentive to what I have to say. My favourite thing about her is that she doesn't sugar coat anything or use pacifying language, she calls it like she sees it, I need that. She knows I love animals and will show her dogs to me during our sessions and it is such a joy. If anyone needs someone to talk to that will give you real skills to work through your anxiety and distress, that is Karen. She is a wonderful support system and she is incredibly genuine.
Karen has been amazingly accepting, kind and helpful. She has been respectful and always listens. She has sent me several workbooks to help with my Anxiety and Depression and had several helpful ways to help with Anxiety! Thank you for everything.
Karen is very responsive and had given me many tools already that have helped immensely even though it’s been a short amount of time. She takes the time to listen and give great guidance.
Karen is down to earth and straight forward. Gives me useful tools to improve my everyday
Karen is amazing. She takes the time to get to know you and gives you space to open up when you are comfortable. She will go above and beyond to help you and she truly cares for her patients.
Karen has been great. She’s really helped me.
I really appreciated Karen’s clear perspectives on issues that were harder for me to make sense of on my own. Karen’s input helped me feel more balanced and gave me some tangible insights into hard issues I was faced with. Karen is straightforward and experienced, and I very much valued her perspectives!
Karen is amazing! She really listens & gives solid advice in a great way. She’s really helped me navigate many things in my life
She's great!
Karen Kelly is a kind educated woman, she takes the time to listen to me and assist me threw my struggles. BetterHelp has helped me receive assistance for my mental health while not overwhelming my busy mom schedule.
I found Karen Kelly while reaching out to Betterhelp for support to help get through the process of separation from my spouse. Karen has been great in terms of listening and providing a helpful perspective on my situation. She also had some great practical advice and insights that I found useful. I highly recommend Karen for her thoughtful and professional care as a therapist.
Karen is experienced, mature and very good at her craft. She easily creates a warm, safe environment and allows conversation to evolve at a comfortable pace. She is supportive and non-judgemental.
We've only just started, but she shoots straight and doesn't side step around topics. If you need someone direct, she is the therapist for you
Great listener, has an array of mental exercises that are tailored to one’s needs. If I could see her in person I would definitely go. Overall had great sessions with her.
Talking with a stranger right off the bat has always been my struggle, I usually never do. But finding Karen on BetterHelp has been the best thing to help me through a very tough turning point in my life- and being so comfortable doing so. I am very grateful.
Frequently asked questions
Does Karen Kelly offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Karen Kelly 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 Karen Kelly speak?
Karen Kelly speaks English and French.
How many years of experience does Karen Kelly have?
Karen Kelly has 12 years of experience.
Where is Karen Kelly licensed to practice?
Karen Kelly is licensed to practice in Alaska.
Does Karen Kelly accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Karen Kelly 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 Karen Kelly offer?
Karen Kelly offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Karen Kelly?
Karen Kelly 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 Karen Kelly?
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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When you tap CHAT NOW 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.