Ms. Keeley Teemsma LCSW

I speak regularly with other providers who my patients work with, whether this is psychiatrists, testing psychologists, primary care, gender-affirming care, infertility specialists, etc. or anyone else who my patients feel should be involved so that they get the best outcomes possible.

Like many of my clients, I am a career changer; have gone through infertility treatments to conceive my child; have transitioned to parenthood while also transitioning into my role as a CEO of a large private practice; and I received an Autism Level 1 diagnosis late in life. Though I do not necessarily share my experiences because I believe therapy is the patient's time to talk about their life rather than mine, I bring a unique point of view, having gone through similar experiences and have cultivated a network of providers who specialize in these unique issues medically.

My path to becoming a therapist was incredibly non-linear. I'm a career changer and had earned a MA In Sociology and worked in research prior to going back for a second graduate degree. I love data and I love research, but I didn't feel that data necessarily led to outcomes. I began to realize that micro-level work (work with humans!) was where I needed to be to see change.

• New York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 081644
• New Jersey, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 44SC06300900
• Florida, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, TPSW4350

Are you someone who has recently discovered you're on the Autism Spectrum later in life? Perhaps you've always felt a bit different but didn't have a name for it until now? You're not alone, & this journey of self-discovery can be both enlightening and challenging. I embrace a neurodiversity-affirming approach, recognizing & celebrating the diverse ways our brains work. If you’re a neurotypical parent struggling to accept your child’s diagnosis, stressed by IEP meetings, coping w/ seeing your child treated unfairly, or looking for insight into your child’s sensory challenges, I’m here for you too. (Note: I do not work with minors.) I help newly-diagnosed adults cope w/ the identity crisis that comes w/ having masked for so long, the grief for what could’ve been if they’d been diagnosed earlier, & regret for the anguish they could’ve avoided. I work w/ neurotypical parents to form connection & cope with the stress of seeing their child have to navigate a world that wasn’t built for them. My style is supportive, action-oriented, and honest- big sisterish with a dash of quirky humor. I've been in this field for about 15 years and have worked with many people just like yourself, in addition to knowing first-hand just what you are going through. You probably have plenty of questions, so please message me to set up your consultation. Do I work with neurotypicals? Sure! I work with lots of different kinds of people and diagnoses. I have a special love for OCD, anxiety, career stress, and the mental health challenges that arise due to infertility, pregnancy, post-partum, and parenting. People of all backgrounds, genders, faiths, and communities are welcome at my practice.