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Chelsea Kading

Therapist
18 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Family issues, Chronic conditions
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy

Great to meet you!

I’m a warm, friendly, down-to-earth therapist who believes small steps lead to big change. I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can explore feelings, find clarity, and try new ways of coping. I use practical tools and gentle curiosity to help you build strength and confidence. Together we’ll work at your pace so you feel seen, heard, and supported. Humor is my love language.

My approach to therapy

I blend practical, evidence-based techniques with warm, curious listening to meet you where you are. We’ll work together to identify patterns, set goals you care about, and practice small, doable skills that fit your life. I tailor tools from cognitive-behavioral, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches so therapy feels useful and realistic. My goal is to help you build lasting skills, feel more in control, and move toward the life you want.

What you can expect from me

Expect a warm, low-pressure conversation where I ask about what brought you in and what you hope to change. We’ll review your background, current concerns, and any safety or urgent needs to make sure you’re supported. I’ll explain how I work, answer your questions, and we’ll set clear, realistic goals together. By the end, you’ll have a sense of next steps and whether we’re a good fit to keep working together.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Solution Oriented, Open Minded, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    18 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Southwest Texas State University
  • License type
    LCSW-S (Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Supervisor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Family issues, Chronic conditions
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Trauma, PTSD, Diabetes
  • Therapy methods
    Bowen Family Systems, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Behavioral, Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy, Couples therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Adolescents, Seniors
  • Languages
    English