- ACT
- CBT
- DBT
About Brian
Brian Kelley is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with three years of experience. He works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, and other life challenges. He also addresses intimacy-related issues, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career questions, bipolar and coping with life changes.
His style is straightforward and collaborative. He listens and asks concrete questions to clarify what is causing distress. Sessions focus on identifying patterns, testing small changes, and building practical skills that can be used between meetings.
Brian draws on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. He uses these methods to look at thoughts, behaviors, values, and coping skills. The aim is to find what fits the person rather than to apply a single technique.
He has experience supporting people through relationship problems, separation, grief, and stress tied to work or caregiving roles. He also works with concerns tied to mood disorders, personality issues, and first responder or veteran-related stress.
Sessions are offered in English and are based in Illinois. Brian uses a subscription model for sessions that can be canceled at any time; cost varies with location. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online therapy options button.
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small steps toward those values despite uncomfortable thoughts or feelings. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance keeps problems going.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It involves testing unhelpful thoughts and trying behavioral experiments to reduce anxiety or depressive patterns.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and together decide which methods to try first. That collaborative process may shift as progress is made or new needs appear.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current online options before booking. The practical benefits of online work include fitting sessions into a weekday break, avoiding travel time, and choosing quieter surroundings that make it easier to focus. Online meetings can also make it simpler to continue care during life changes, while the therapist and client adjust the approach based on what is most helpful.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he commonly address?
He works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief and depression, among other concerns listed in his profile.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a collaborative, question-led style that focuses on clear goals and practical skills to try between sessions.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He holds an LCPC credential and has three years of experience as a licensed clinician in Illinois.
Where does he practice and hold his credential?
He is licensed as an LCPC in Illinois and works with clients based in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin with a first session?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.