About
- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and ACT
- Parenting concerns
About Brian
Brian Kelley is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) with three years of experience. He works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, trauma and addiction. He also lists concerns such as parenting, intimacy-related issues, self-esteem, career questions, and compassion fatigue.
He takes a straightforward approach in sessions. He listens, helps name the problem, and looks at what keeps it going. He uses concrete tools clients can practice between meetings. Sessions focus on what is happening now and on small, usable changes.
Brian draws on several well-known methods, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Client-Centered Therapy, and Existential Therapy. He uses these approaches to address mood disorders, relationship problems, and stress related to life transitions. The emphasis is on practical skills and clearer thinking rather than jargon.
He notes experience with a broad range of concerns: bipolar disorder, parenting and fatherhood issues, veteran and first responder matters, LGBT issues, and family of origin and divorce-related difficulties. That background is used to inform how he frames goals and interventions for each person.
People who choose to work with him can expect direct conversation, behavioral work, and values-based planning. He asks about daily habits, relationships, and what the person wants to change. Progress is measured by concrete steps and by the client's own sense of better coping and clearer priorities.
How sessions work
How Brian Uses Therapy Methods Online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying what matters most and taking small steps that align with those values. It helps people cope with difficult feelings while moving toward meaningful action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete skills to change unhelpful patterns. These methods are often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Brian will discuss your goals and preferences and together you will choose techniques that fit your situation. The process is collaborative - he will check what helps and adjust the plan as you go.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy life - for example, shorter check-ins can work during a break at work, and audio-only meetings use less bandwidth when a video call is difficult. Licensed professionals often use these practical arrangements to help people keep therapy consistent with daily routines.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and addiction as well as parenting and relationship-related concerns.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses direct conversation and practical exercises. Sessions focus on skills, values, and behavioral changes rather than lengthy interpretation.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He holds three years of experience as an LCPC and applies that experience to issues like mood disorders, trauma, and relationship strain.
What credential does he hold and where is he based?
Brian Kelley is an Illinois LCPC and practices in Illinois.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not currently accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
Confirm current session options before booking since specific formats are not listed in the biography.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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