Good listening and comforting
Kelly Shope, LPC
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 4 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in New Jersey
Recent reviews
Kelly has been great in asking the right questions at the right time to help me understand myself and my struggles. She always finds the balance in digging deep enough to foster meaningful conversations but knows when not to push too hard and save it for another day. Sometimes I can go into a session thinking I don’t have much to talk about and coming out with new insights and understanding. She is quick to listen and employs a lot of great tools from her years experience.
More about Kelly
- 28 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I am licensed in New Jersey with 28 years of professional work experience. Certified under The Board of Marriage and Family Therapy, I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, depression, & coping with life changes. My clinical background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults in community mental health, residential and school settings. Nearly three decades of mental health experience has given me a wealth of experience over a wide range of areas within the field of mental health.
I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My therapeutic approach is cognitive- behavioral, with an emphasis on client-centered and solution-oriented perspectives. Developing a trusting and empathic therapeutic relationship will be essential to devising a treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
Congratulations on considering mental health therapy as part of your plan for self-care! It takes courage to embark on the first step towards seeking support and treatment with the intention of creating a more healthy and fulfilling life. I would be honored to help empower you on this journey if you allow me the opportunity. I look forward to working with you!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Relationship issues
Parenting issues
Depression
Coping with life changes
Isolation / loneliness
Mood disorders
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Licenses
Kelly Shope's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1689146193.
- LPC · New Jersey · 37PC00215500 · 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, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Kelly Shope
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Good listening and comforting
Kelly has been great in asking the right questions at the right time to help me understand myself and my struggles. She always finds the balance in digging deep enough to foster meaningful conversations but knows when not to push too hard and save it for another day. Sometimes I can go into a session thinking I don’t have much to talk about and coming out with new insights and understanding. She is quick to listen and employs a lot of great tools from her years experience.
Kelly, listens and asks the right questions. Really like her.
Kelly is so wonderful, I am so grateful for her! She is warm and insightful. Truly a great listener and offers guidance that is very helpful. So thankful she is my therapist!
Frequently asked questions
Does Kelly Shope offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Kelly Shope 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 Shope speak?
Kelly Shope speaks English.
How many years of experience does Kelly Shope have?
Kelly Shope has 28 years of experience.
Where is Kelly Shope licensed to practice?
Kelly Shope is licensed to practice in New Jersey.
Does Kelly Shope accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Kelly Shope 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."
How can I communicate with Kelly Shope?
Kelly Shope 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 Shope?
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.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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.