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Kelli Downey

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Are you struggling to break free from the chains of OCD and Anxiety? Do you wish to live a life without crippling fear and worry? I am here to help! I believe the only way "out" is through. Together we will work on your OCD and anxiety to get you to the life you deserve!

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Pennsylvania. I specialize in OCD, Anxiety, Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors, Phobias, and Hoarding disorders.

I believe that while starting treatment can be scary, it is one of the best things you could ever do for yourself. Asking for help is a strength! I strive to meet the person where they are and maintain a strength-based approach throughout the therapeutic relationship. One of the bravest and most important things you can do for yourself is learn your own power and the ability one has to break free of OCD and anxiety. I look forward to being a part of your journey and success.

My approach to therapy

I strive to meet you where you are. As I am learning about you, I also like to provide lots of psychoeducation so you feel confident tackling your struggles from what you learn in sessions! My main approach is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) as it is considered the "Gold Standard" in the treatment of OCD. I also utilize a lot of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) as well as tried and true Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

What you can expect from me

In our first session together, we will get to know one another and dive into your experiences and struggles thus far. I will also take time to evaluate your needs so that we can agree on the best course of action moving forward. After all, this is your journey and I am here to support you on your way to reaching your goals!

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Warm, Empowering, Humorous

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at University of Pittsburgh
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Pennsylvania)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Geisinger, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Pennsylvania, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Providence Health Plan, The Health Plan

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Eating disorders, Family issues, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Behavior Management, Exposure Response Prevention, Psychodynamic, Prolonged Exposure (PE), Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Behavior Modification, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English