- ACT and CBT methods
- Attachment-informed work
- Mindfulness practice
About Darcie
Darcie Kelly is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with about 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, trauma, depression, eating and body image concerns, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and similar struggles. She also addresses concerns related to BDSM, kink and alternative sexual culture, polyamory and non-monogamous relationships, and sexual assault and abuse.
Kelly takes a direct, practical approach in sessions. She uses clear, behavior-focused strategies alongside talk therapy. Sessions often involve learning small, repeatable skills to manage panic, mood shifts, and upsetting memories. She also helps people think through relationship patterns, boundaries, and sexual concerns that cause distress.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Indiana University, Bloomington, a Master of Social Work from Walla Walla College in Missoula, Montana, and a non-terminal master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis at Montana State University. Those studies inform work that leans on behavior change and skill practice.
Clinical methods she uses include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), cognitive behavioral techniques, attachment-informed approaches, client-centered listening, mindfulness practices, and solution-focused work. These methods are offered in straightforward language and practical exercises rather than technical jargon.
She is licensed in New Hampshire as an LICSW and in Montana as an LCSW. Sessions are provided in English. For information on how sessions are scheduled and billed, readers should check the online therapy options and matching steps before booking.
How her approaches translate to online work
Darcie uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and cognitive behavioral techniques in ways that fit well with remote sessions. ACT focuses on noticing thoughts and learning actions that align with personal values, which can be practiced in short exercises between meetings. CBT breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills for managing panic, mood shifts, and unhelpful thinking.She also draws on attachment-informed ideas and client-centered listening to understand relationship patterns and how they affect current difficulties. Figuring out which approach to use is collaborative - the therapist and client work together to pick methods that match the client’s goals, needs, and comfort level. Plans can change as progress is made.
Session formats are not specified here, so readers should confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It also supports doing between-session practice and homework that reinforce skills learned in meetings.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Montana, New Hampshire, Maine
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, eating and body image issues, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, and related problems like panic attacks and PTSD.
How would she describe her therapy style?
Her style is direct and practical, using behavior change, skill practice, and clear conversation to address problems rather than abstract language.
What is her experience background?
She has about 20 years of clinical experience and has worked with a wide range of mood and trauma-related concerns.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds NH LICSW and MT LCSW credentials and is based in Montana.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work together with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.