- Warm supportive approach
- Practical coping skills
- Focus on strengths
About Cara
Cara Kelley is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with eight years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, life transitions, relationship and family concerns, career questions, and attention-related challenges such as ADHD. Cara practices from Iowa and speaks English.
Cara emphasizes a caring, respectful approach. She aims to build a warm relationship where people can talk openly about their thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on practical strategies for coping and small changes that can make daily life easier.
Her background includes a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She has professional experience in both individual and group settings and has been involved in outreach related to veteran suicide awareness.
Cara uses methods that help people set clear goals, shift unhelpful thoughts, and draw on their existing strengths. She encourages a holistic view that considers the interaction of mind, body, and spirit when addressing challenges.
People who feel stuck or who want to build confidence and purpose may find her style useful. She focuses on helping clients develop new patterns and healthier coping skills. The aim is steady, practical progress toward the life clients want to create.
Using Client-Centered and CBT Approaches Online
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship so people can talk through what matters most. It helps when someone needs a supportive space to name feelings and consider options.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts and behaviors connect and uses clear, structured steps to change patterns that cause distress. It can be useful for anxiety, stress, unwanted habits, and many everyday challenges.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. Cara will work with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative process helps shape sessions and the tasks people try between meetings.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because specific formats are not listed here. Online therapy can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, or choose a quieter place for a focused conversation. It can also support shorter check-ins when schedules require a brief touchpoint. Ask about available session types when you begin so you can pick what works best for your routine.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Cara works with stress, anxiety, self-esteem, life changes, relationship and family questions, career matters, and ADHD-related issues. She also notes additional focus areas such as codependency and grief around separation.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is warm and client-centered, focusing on open conversation and practical strategies. She helps people set goals and build coping skills that fit daily life.
What is her professional background?
Cara holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and has eight years of counseling experience. She has worked in both individual and group settings and has been involved in veteran suicide awareness efforts.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) based in Iowa. Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided in English for people located where she can legally practice.
What session formats are available?
Please confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified here. Check the scheduling details when you begin the process.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing will appear during the sign-up process.
How do I start working with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability. That process will guide you through the next steps.
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