My name is Kelly Swinyard. I have served as a therapist for the past 15 years. I work in a private practice, offering therapy to clients of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in anger disorders as well as depressive symptoms. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am also a certified anger management specialist.
I also work regularly with clients dealing with moderate to extreme levels of anxiety. For 13 years I worked on a crisis team offering counseling to those experiencing trauma and grief. I primarily utilize solution-focused brief therapy. I feel that clients often know what he or she wants out of therapy; however, he or she just needs guidance finding the proper tool. A great deal of therapy time will be spent teaching the most appropriate techniques that can be practically used outside of therapy when needed. Solution-focused brief therapy allows for effective therapy in a shorter time frame. This counseling approach lends itself well to our fast paced society where we are constantly multi-tasking our responsibilities while also seeking to maintain and/or work on our mental health and well-being.
My counseling approach is interactive, with a direct focus on the client's needs throughout each session. Based on the client's individual needs, a plan of treatment will be established. I am highly trained in counseling approaches sensitive to the diverse needs of all clients. I will establish very early on a trusting, empathetic relationship with each client I work with in sessions.
If you are in need of therapy, please let me be here for you. I have flexible hours for you to pick an available time that works for you.
I look forward to working with you.
Additional areas of focus: Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended Family Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Narcissism, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Pregnancy and childbirth, Self-Harm, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Young Adult Issues
Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy
GA LPC LPC008115
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Kelly is the straightforward guide I've needed; she doesn't sugarcoat things with encyclopedia definitions or give generic advice I've already heard. In a few ways she's posed questions to me that have really made me step back and realise some essential parts I've been missing in my introspection, as well as actionable steps to start approaching my problems. I feel like I'll be able to start climbing the mountain with her help without getting lost fantasizing about the summit!
Written on Apr 10, 2021 after therapy with Kelly for 1 year and 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I feel very good about the counseling is provided to me
Written on Oct 05, 2020 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and grief
Kelly is amazing! She’s so helpful and empathetic and really knows her stuff. I’m so grateful for how far I’ve come thanks to her support.
Written on Oct 01, 2020 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
Kelly has changed my life, I’ve been through lots of ups and downs since beginning with her and she has been there for it all. She has amazing knowledge, expertise, and advice and I’m so lucky to have her. She responds in a timely manner every time and I find myself looking forward to our live sessions in ways I never have with previous therapists.
Written on Sep 08, 2020 after therapy with Kelly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
Kelly is kind, courteous, knowledgeable, empathetic, and professional. What more can you ask for in a counselor?
Written on Aug 10, 2020 after therapy with Kelly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes
Kelly has done a great job trying to show me healthy coping skills with my anxiety and depression. She is an amazing therapist.
Written on Aug 10, 2020 after therapy with Kelly for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, and lgbt