Darcie Kelly , LICSW, LCSW

Darcie Kelly is a clinical social worker with over 16 years of experience supporting people through depression, anxiety, trauma, and other life-interfering stressors. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW - explained as Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and brings a practical, evidence-informed approach to therapy that is tailored to each person’s needs and preferences.

She completed a BS in Psychology at Indiana University Bloomington and earned a Master of Social Work from Walla Walla College in Missoula, Montana. She also finished a non-terminal master’s program in Applied Behavior Analysis at Montana State University, which informs much of her focus on behavior change. Her clinical work draws on several evidence-based methods, including solution-focused brief approaches, cognitive behavioral therapies such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and attachment-based perspectives. She is also knowledgeable about sexual issues across traditional and nontraditional relationship styles.

Clients can expect a warm, relaxed, and inviting therapeutic style that emphasizes meeting people where they are and taking a direct, collaborative path toward change. Darcie integrates brain science with psychotherapeutic techniques to offer a holistic approach, holding unconditional positive regard while helping clients define and reach their personal goals.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Darcie Kelly integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered ways of working to help people navigate stress, trauma, relationships, and identity-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility so clients can act in ways that matter to them even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns in close relationships that shape how someone connects, trusts, and seeks support, which can be especially helpful for relationship or intimacy challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a collaborative pace so clients feel heard and supported as they set their own goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Darcie works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts strategies as progress and priorities evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure therapy aligns with each client’s values and circumstances.

Online therapy offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, maintain continuity of care across locations within the therapist’s licensed regions, and choose the communication style that feels most comfortable for a given moment. Licensed professionals can adapt these formats to deliver effective, personalized support.