Dottie Kelly

Dottie Kelly is a dedicated licensed professional counselor with over 20 years of experience, specializing in the therapeutic needs of children, adolescents, and adults across both individual and group settings. Her expertise encompasses trauma issues, PTSD, anxiety, and grief and loss. Dottie understands that trauma can stem from a myriad of experiences, not just violence; including the death of loved ones, chronic illness, separation, and the aftermath of natural disasters or domestic violence. Her practice notably supports active duty military, veterans, first responders, and their families through integrative techniques such as EMDR, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), and Brainspotting. Dottie's comprehensive treatment plans aim to alleviate distress and nurture a sense of safety for her clients. Utilizing a wide range of approaches, including Internal Family Systems (IFS), expressive arts, sandtray therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), she collaborates with clients to enhance their mental, physical, and emotional well-being for a more fulfilling life. Furthermore, Dottie holds esteemed memberships with professional organizations such as the American Counseling Association, and the International Association of Trauma Professionals, and is a Certified Grief Counseling Specialist (CGCS), demonstrating her commitment to the field of therapy.