Kasandra Bellamy

Hi, I'm Kasandra Bellamy! I've worked in this field for 12 years, since earning my master's in social work from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I work with adults of any age, and a lot of my practice is people dealing with anxiety and depression, like someone who looks fine on paper but can't shake a nagging worry or a low mood that colors everything. I also see people going through big changes, like a woman adjusting to motherhood or a new job, and people who want their relationships to feel less tangled and more honest.

I see clients online only, which works well whether you're stuck in LA traffic or you just like talking things through from your own couch.

My approach blends a few things. I use psychodynamic therapy, which means we look at how your past relationships and experiences shape how you see yourself and connect with others today, not as abstract theory but as something we can use to make real changes. I pair that with cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused techniques for practical tools on a specific problem, and I lean on a strength-based style, building on what's already working in your life instead of just picking apart what's wrong. I try to be interactive and supportive rather than quiet and hands-off, because real change happens when the fit feels right.

In our first session, I'll ask what's bringing you to therapy right now, a little about your life and history, and what you're hoping will feel different. You don't need a tidy explanation or the right words ready. I'll ask questions to understand where you're starting from, and by the end we'll have a sense of what to work on together. Since I practice online, expect a relaxed, low-pressure conversation from wherever you're comfortable. My goal for that first meeting is simple: that you leave feeling heard and a little more hopeful than when we started.