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Kelly Olson

Therapist · Michigan

Kelly Olson

LMSW

Practical support for life transitions

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Experience
5 years
Based in
Michigan
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Calm practical guidance
  • Focus on coping skills
  • Support for new mothers

About Kelly

Kelly Olson is a Licensed Master Social Worker with five years of professional experience in Michigan. She supports people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. Kelly has recent experience helping new mothers with parenting shifts and postpartum depression.

She focuses on making therapy a straightforward space to talk about what is hard. Sessions are aimed at helping people name their feelings, build coping skills, and take small steps toward change. Kelly emphasizes clear conversation and practical tools rather than jargon.

Clients often bring life transitions, work stress, or relationship strain. Kelly also addresses issues related to attachment, body image, caregiving stress, and money or workplace pressure. She meets people where they are and tailors the work to the situation at hand.

Her approach centers on listening first, then collaborating on goals. That can mean practicing new ways to handle strong emotions, improving everyday routines, or planning next steps after a big life change. Kelly encourages realistic steps that fit a client's life.

If someone is considering therapy after separation or divorce, Kelly can help with coping strategies and emotional processing. To begin, prospective clients follow the site process to match and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

License and NPI on record

LMSW
Michigan · 6801113782

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressDivorce and separationForgivenessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Experience

5+ years

Credentials

Michigan

Languages

English

Approaches that guide online work

Kelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on concrete change and emotional understanding. One approach emphasizes building coping skills for anxiety and depression, teaching short exercises people can use when emotions feel overwhelming. Another approach focuses on relationship patterns and attachment, helping people notice recurring ways they react and try new, healthier responses.

Choosing the right approach is collaborative. The therapist starts by listening to what matters most and then tries methods that fit a person's goals and daily life. Together they check progress and adjust the plan as needed so the work stays useful.

Confirm current session options before booking, as the biography does not list formats. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, require less travel time, and allow flexible scheduling around work or parenting. It can also make some check-ins shorter when needed or avoid being on camera if that helps a person focus. Ask about available formats when you match and schedule.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Kelly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional areas include attachment issues, body image, caregiving stress, and divorce and separation.

How would you describe Kelly's therapy style?

Her style is straightforward and collaborative. She listens first, helps people name feelings, and focuses on practical coping skills.

What is her background and experience?

She has five years of professional experience and recent work supporting new mothers through parenting changes and postpartum depression.

What credentials and region are listed?

She holds an LMSW, which is a Licensed Master Social Worker, and practices in Michigan.

Which languages are offered for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are sessions priced?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin therapy?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on the therapist's availability.

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