Kellie Gainey
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
New York therapists accepting new clients
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About Kellie
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) in New York City, with over six years’ experience in one-on-one counseling work. I have worked with individuals presenting with a wide range of concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, post traumatic stress, situational stress, self-esteem, and life transitions. Our work together will help you develop creative coping skills, resolve past trauma, adjust your ways of thinking and relating to others, and connect better with yourself.
My style integrates a variety of modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and creative expression. I identify as a queer clinician and practice from kink/BDSM positive, non-monogamous positive, and fat/body positive position.
Beginning therapy for the first time, or starting fresh with a new therapist, can feel daunting and overwhelming. My goal is to create a safe space for your vulnerability where we can work collaboratively towards your goals. I’d love to connect and discuss what you’re looking for!
What Kellie helps with
- Addictions
- ADHD
- Anger management
- Bipolar disorder
- Career difficulties
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Coping with life changes
- Depression
- Family conflicts
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- LGBT
- Parenting issues
- Relationship issues
- Self esteem
- Stress, Anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
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- Abandonment
- Adoption and foster care
- Autism and Asperger Syndrome
- BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture
- Blended family issues
- Body image
- Caregiver issues and stress
- Chronic pain, illness, and disability
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Forgiveness
- Gender dysphoria
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Jealousy
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Multicultural concerns
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Personality disorders
- Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships
- Postpartum depression
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-harm
- Self-love
- Sexuality
- Smoking / vaping cessation
- Social anxiety and phobia
- Women's issues
- Workplace issues
- Young adult issues
How Kellie works
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
What clients say
- “Kellie has been so amazing to work with! I highly recommend her!”
- “Kellie is great!”
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