Last edited 10/01/2024
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWomanWhite
Get To Know Me
What do you view as a key component of the therapeutic relationship?
I believe authenticity is a key component to the therapeutic relationship for the client and as a clinician. Showing up to the counseling session as our authentic selves allows the natural flow of the therapeutic process to unfold. Open and honest communication helps build a trusting rapport and allows for deeper therapeutic work to be explored.
What treatment methods and tools do you utilize?
I primarily utilize Lifespan Integration Therapy with a mixture of traditional talk therapy.
Lifespan Integration (LI) engages the entire body-mind and offers clients a more effective alternative to traditional talk therapies. LI utilizes repetitions of a somatosensory Timeline to clear past trauma and heal attachment deficits. This gentle and highly effective body-mind modality, rooted in neuroscience, facilitates rapid healing and reminds our entire system that we have survived our past and are well-resourced in this present moment. Clients who have completed Lifespan Integration therapy report they are calmer, less reactive, and better able to enjoy their lives and relationships.
What to expect - A timeline of short memory cues are created at the start of therapy which will be the main tool during the LI process. The clinician will repeat the timeline of memories over and over to promote neural integration and calm the nervous system. It is through this repetition process that new insights, deeper internal peace and a solid sense of self are developed. Specific traumas can be targeted and sometimes the symptoms can be neutralized after just one or two sessions of LI. Relationships and painful memories can also be targeted to gain broader perspectives and calm activation in the body's nervous system regarding past experiences.
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf-EsteemCommunication issues
General Expertise
Work StressSocial AnxietyAddictionAttachment issuesBody image issuesCaregiver stress & supportCodependencyCollege & graduate student issuesFamily issuesLGBTQIA related issuesLife transitionsPanic attacks & panic disorderPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Premarital counselingSubstance abuseCoping SkillsCouplesPeer RelationshipsBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Strength Based TherapyEclectic TherapySomatic TherapyAttachment-Based TherapyInterpersonal PsychotherapyMarriage and Family Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyCouples CounselingIndividual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureFlorida, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, 12144Florida, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, 2857
Training/CertificationsCertified Addiction Professional - CAP since 2014Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy from University of South Florida in 2011Lifespan Integration Therapy - Level 3 trained in 2024
Education
University of South Florida, Master of Arts, Rehabilitation and Mental Health Counseling, 2011
University of South Florida, Bachelor of Arts, Psychology, 2008
Work HistoryKelly began her counseling career working at a treatment program that specialized in supporting impaired professionals and young adults struggling with substance abuse and addiction, oftentimes with a co-occurring mental health diagnosis. As the Family Program Director at this facility, she built the part-time support service into a full-time dedicated program including Intensive Family weekends.
She provided counseling support at a non-profit community center that offers comprehensive services for at-risk and homeless families in under-served and impoverished communities. Kelly worked at another addiction treatment facility, focusing on providing individualized therapy and group therapy for clients with a dual-diagnosis. She has supervised graduate students and registered interns working at treatment programs and in the university/academic setting.
Kelly worked for a major healthcare system in Florida as an Employee Assistance Program Counselor and a Behavioral Health Managed Care Clinical Coordinator processing treatment documentation for insurance coverage approval for 9 levels of care. She worked for a global consulting firm in Professional Development and was a member of the Wellness sector of the Team Culture Committee working to enhance the wellbeing of colleagues. Her robust and diverse professional experiences help shape her perspectives and therapeutic style.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Kelly Morrissey, LMHC, LMFT, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Kelly Morrissey accepting new clients?
Yes, Kelly Morrissey is accepting new clients for online therapy in Florida and in-person appointments at 12425 28th St N, Suite 100, St. Petersburg, FL, 33716.
Does Kelly Morrissey accept insurance?
No, Kelly Morrissey does not accept insurance.
What types of therapy does Kelly Morrissey offer?
Kelly Morrissey offers therapy for couples, families and individuals.
Does Kelly Morrissey offer in-person appointments?
Yes, Kelly Morrissey offers in-person appointments at 12425 28th St N, Suite 100, St. Petersburg, FL, 33716.
Does Kelly Morrissey offer online therapy?
Yes, Kelly Morrissey offers online therapy via video sessions and phone sessions to people in Florida.
How quickly can I see Kelly Morrissey?
Kelly Morrissey typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Kelly Morrissey speak?
Kelly Morrissey conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Kelly Morrissey online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Kelly Morrissey online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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