- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Kimbly
Kimbly Kellam is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with 20 years of clinical experience. She works with people who struggle with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. Kimbly focuses on practical ways to manage symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning.
Kimbly uses an approach that centers the client's perspective. She treats the person as the expert on their own life and draws on their existing strengths. Sessions focus on clear goals and small steps clients can practice between meetings. She includes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy to address worrying thoughts and unhelpful behavior patterns.
Her work also brings in skills from dialectical behavior therapy to help with emotional regulation and tolerance for distress. Mindfulness methods are used to build attention to the present moment and reduce reactivity. Motivational interviewing helps clients find reasons to change and maintain progress.
Kimbly aims to make sessions straightforward and focused. She talks through problems in plain language and helps people identify concrete actions. Conversations normally include skill practice, checking progress, and planning next steps.
Clients in Virginia who want to start are asked to complete an intake process that clarifies goals and matches on practical issues. Kimbly emphasizes collaboration and a step-by-step pace so people can try changes without feeling overwhelmed.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and following the client's priorities. Online sessions using this approach let the therapist concentrate on the client's goals and adjust pacing to what feels manageable. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and actions and uses exercises to change patterns. Online CBT typically includes written worksheets, behavioral experiments, and homework to practice between sessions. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) teaches concrete skills for handling strong emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. In virtual sessions DBT skills training and coaching can be practiced with role plays and between-session skill checks.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals, past efforts, and preferences to decide which methods to try first. Plans are revisited regularly so techniques can be adjusted if something isn't working.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions help fit therapy into their schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and make it easier to practice skills at home. Discuss logistical preferences when you book so sessions match your routine and needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, and depression along with related issues such as phobias and OCD.
How does she approach therapy?
She uses a client-centered approach combined with practical methods like CBT, DBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to set clear goals and skills to practice.
How much experience does she have?
Kimbly has 20 years of professional work experience as an LPC in Virginia.
What credentials and location apply?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Virginia.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography did not specify session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.