Hi there! My name is Chelsea, and I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in both the states of Georgia and Connecticut. Ever since I was a little girl I can remember always wanting to help others. I was fortunate enough to grow up in a loving home with two caring and supportive parents that always encouraged me no matter what. I have always been so thankful for this, and have a passion for giving others the same support and encouragement that I was able to have throughout my life. I got into this field because I wanted to give back!
While pursuing my Bachelors degree in Psychology, my love for Marriage and Family therapy was formed after learning more about individuals, couples, and family systems. I went on to pursue a Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, and through my trainings there, I found that this field not only focused on helping individuals, but also focused a lot on an individuals background, the many systems that they are apart of, and the way that these systems can help shape them into the person they are today. I strongly believe that effective therapy includes understanding the world that the individuals you work with are apart of!
My earliest experiences in the field consist of working in group home environments with troubled youth and adolescents ages 14-22 presenting with diagnoses like depression, anxiety, A.D.H.D., and also showed some early signs of certain personality disorders like bipolar and borderline, PTSD. I have also worked with youth that have experienced past sexual abuse and physical abuse/neglect by their caregivers. I additionally have 3 years of in home therapy experience working with both youth and families in crisis. I have had opportunity to work with adults ages 18+ in an outpatient setting, as well as in the communities, and in their homes. The adult population that I served presented with issues like anxiety, depression, substance abuse, homelessness, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
My counseling style can be described as warm, interactive, and innovative. My favorite part about the work that I do is being able to watch the individuals that I serve make positive changes right before my eyes! I am a huge encourager, motivator, and especially passionate about supporting individuals through life stage transitions. I am friendly, open, and provide a non-judgmental space. I believe my strongest qualities are patience, empathy, and understanding. I also believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines techniques from models like Strategic, Structural, and Solution Focused therapy, however I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.
It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling, happier lifestyle and to take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Depression, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Attachment issues, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Gender dysphoria, Guilt and shame, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
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GA LMFT MFT001744
CT LMFT 27.2059
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Although I may have not had Chelsea for the longest time, in the time that I worked with her I had miraculous changes in my personal life! Highly recommend
Written on Jan 18, 2024 after therapy with Chelsea for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and
Chelsea is an excellent listener. She never zones out on you and not remember what you said. Her responses show she really cares about helping you through what you’re going through. I feel really supported by her.
Written on Jun 29, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, parenting issues, anger management, and career difficulties
Always checks in to make sure we’re working in a positive direction.
Written on May 31, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, self esteem, and adhd
She’s never not been helpful.She’s the best there is
Written on May 10, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, trauma and abuse, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, intimacy-related issues, and career difficulties
Chelsea has been great in helping me work through so many things! She listens and always has a great response for me. Really appreciate the work we’ve been doing to get me to a better place!
Written on May 01, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 4 months on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Chelsea is wonderful and so insightful! She's an amazing listener and, above all, creates a safe and healthy space for you to properly express your feelings or concerns.
Written on Mar 23, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Chelsea is a great listener and very profession.
Written on Feb 28, 2022 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 months
Chelsea has been very supportive with my development. Her messaging is clear. She’s a great listener. And she ask questions that made me curious why I previously operated in a certain way. I am thankful for her support.
Written on Dec 22, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and compassion fatigue
Chelsea is wonderful! She listens and does not judge. She truly cares and gives great advice.
Written on Oct 18, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
Phenomenal!!!
Written on Sep 26, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Chelsea is the best!!
Written on Sep 09, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and grief
Chelsea has been an answer to many prayers. She is knowledgeable, sincere, encouraging, but also challenges me to do the work! Thank you for your wisdom, expertise, knowledge and encouragement!
Written on Aug 11, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 months
Chelsea is very helpful, insightful, and easy to engage with even via text (live chat). She is supportive and assures me that my comfort is key as I make progress with my mental health and well-being. I appreciate her help so much!
Written on Aug 02, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, and adhd
I appreciate that Chelsea constantly checking in with me, even if I'm MIA or unresponsive. It shows me that she genuinely cares about helping me.
Written on Jul 29, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 months
Chelsea is wonderful! She is very attentive, wise and understanding. She also does. It shy away from holding me accountable, which is huge. I would recommend her to anyone!
Written on May 10, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 month
Chelsea is great! She takes the time to listen to your issues and asks the necessary questions to get to the root of the problem. She validates your experience while pushing you to think from a Jew perspective.
Written on Apr 15, 2021 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks
Cheslea is great! She listens to me intently and makes sure I stay on track with my goals. She doesn't let me forget what's important in my mental health.
Written on Dec 24, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Shes great!
Written on Dec 23, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 4 months
I said a lot but she was able to cut to the core of my issue, address it and offer help. That's why I signed up for therapy on this platform. I'm excited to see what changes come from my time in therapy with Ms. Holmes.
Written on Nov 06, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks
OMG I love Chelsea...literally no words
Helped me out of a dark time.
Love her!!!!!!and recommend 100%
Written on Sep 17, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and coaching
Chelsea in only a few sessions has really help me process through some challenging feelings and emotions! She creates such a calming space to share and express your feelings
Written on Sep 11, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue
Chelsea is an amazing counselor! I would recommend her to many of my friends
Written on Aug 31, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 month
Chelsea is great, she makes me feel safe without codling. It’s wonderful.
Written on Jul 24, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Chelsea has truly been a blessing for me. I couldn't have been matched with a more capable and committed counselor. I feel heard, supported, and important. She is always prepared and she gives me things to work on in between sessions, which was lacking in my past therapy experiences. It's been about a month and I feel like I'm getting somewhere. I'm excited to continue therapy with Chelsea and I would strongly recommend her as a top notch counselor.
Written on Jun 19, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Chelsea is a careful and skilled listener. Chelsea understands my concerns and provides meaningful and thoughtful responses. She is open and kind. I am grateful to have received Chelsea's help on this platform.
Written on Jun 19, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
Like every relationship, thinks take time to grow and develop. Now that I’ve had multiple sessions with Chelsea, I feel we are really clicking. I feel heard, supported, but also given challenges and goals. It has really been helping me turn a difficult time around.
Written on May 02, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
Chelsea is kind and professional. She takes notes every session and is prepared each time. I believe she takes her job seriously and that is refreshing. Easy to talk to. And great insights.
Written on Apr 27, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and trauma and abuse
Chelsea is awesome, professional and engaging during sessions
Written on Apr 16, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 year on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Chelsea is easy to talk to. She makes the sessions feel like a conversation. Her expertise is shown through her character and empathy towards clients. I’d recommend her!
Written on Feb 20, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and trauma and abuse
She understands when I’m venting and confusing my feelings and doesn’t judge or make me feel awful for sharing my feelings. She puts it into perspective and helps me to make sense of things or think about things. I really like her style, much better than my last therapist who I felt I had to hold back on expressing or venting because she would send me generic answers or get back to me days later and I was onto something else.
Written on Feb 10, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Chelsea has been great with helping me figure out what areas in my life have been stressing me the most! I genuinely look forward to meeting with her!
Written on Jan 18, 2020 after therapy with Chelsea for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
I’ve had two sessions with Chelsea so far, and I’ve really enjoyed our sessions! She has made our video sessions a breeze and has a way of bringing about conversation in such a casual way to make it no pressure whatsoever. She’s also super attentive, and always knows how to put together the slew of thoughts I put out in the open into a perfectly constructed sentence. She’s wonderful! I’d recommend her to anyone looking for a down to earth counselor to talk to.
Written on Oct 09, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, parenting issues, and coping with life changes
Chelsea is very sweet and really great at listening. I’m really glad I gave this a chance
Written on Oct 06, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Very kind and understanding counselor, who can also empathize and challenge!
Written on Aug 26, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks
I love Chelsea! She’s so kind, caring and listens to everything I have to say and responds so quickly! I have really enjoyed my experience with her.
Written on May 23, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Chelsea helped me through a rough time in my relationship. I cannot thank her enough! She is great!
Written on Apr 30, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and compassion fatigue
Chelsea is compassionate, encouraging, and most of all, she has been there for me when I felt like I could not go to anyone. She is supportive and does not judge you. I would recommend her to anyone!
Written on Apr 22, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 3 weeks
Chelsea has been very helpful with issues I've been having for a long time. In a very short time she made me feel heard, comfortable and gave me coping mechanisms which are very helpful. I really enjoy this platform and being able to discuss things in writing and at my leisure.
Written on Apr 10, 2019 after therapy with Chelsea for 2 weeks
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