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Kelly Owens, LMHC

New York LMHC specializing in trauma and relationships
  • EMDR and CBT
  • Trauma and grief care
  • LGBT and family issues

About Kelly Owens

Kelly Owens is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in New York with nine years of experience in the mental health field. She is also licensed as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado and completed undergraduate studies at the University at Buffalo followed by graduate training at Hofstra University.

Her clinical background spans a variety of mental health settings, and she brings substantial experience in virtual teletherapy. Kelly works with a broad range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, relationship and family issues, grief and loss, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include abandonment, adoption and foster care, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, commitment and communication problems, divorce and separation, forgiveness, guilt and shame, impulsivity, infidelity, isolation and loneliness, and jealousy.

Her practice blends client-centered principles with evidence-informed techniques. She integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy, tailoring approaches to each client’s needs. Sessions are characterized by warmth, compassion, and a non-judgmental stance aimed at helping clients clarify their goals and work toward meaningful change. Kelly provides services in English and practices primarily from New York.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPhobiasPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelly Owens have?

Kelly Owens has nine years of experience working in the mental health field.

Is Kelly Owens a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kelly Owens holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. Her New York license is listed as NY LMHC 008164.

In which languages does Kelly Owens provide therapy?

Kelly Owens provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelly Owens located?

Kelly Owens is located in New York.

How can I work with Kelly Owens as my therapist?

You can work with Kelly Owens through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kelly Owens work with international clients?

Kelly Owens does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelly Owens cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether connecting with a therapist online can lead to meaningful progress. For many common concerns - such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or navigating life transitions - online therapy has been shown to be comparable to traditional in-person sessions in terms of effectiveness.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients can choose the mode of communication that fits their needs and schedule, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This range of options often makes it easier to maintain consistency and integrate therapy into a busy life.

Licensed professionals offer these remote formats and typically tailor their approach to each person's goals and circumstances. If a different therapeutic fit is desired, clients generally have the option to switch therapists. For many people seeking practical access and established therapeutic approaches, online therapy is a convenient and effective choice to consider.

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