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Kelsey Hackler

LCSW

Kelsey Hackler , LCSW

Therapist in Florida

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About Kelsey

Since earning her master’s degree in social work from the University of South Florida in 2012, Kelsey Hackler has built a clinical career supporting people through a wide range of mental health challenges. Across 12 years of professional practice she has worked with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anger management needs, low self-esteem, and trauma-related difficulties.

Kelsey aims to make each session a space where clients feel heard, understood, and validated. She focuses on helping people build confidence in navigating life’s challenges and on reinforcing the sense that they are not alone and that their concerns can be addressed. Her approach emphasizes practical skills and compassionate guidance tailored to each person’s situation.

With extensive experience in mental health settings, Kelsey draws from an eclectic mix of theoretical backgrounds and therapeutic techniques to create individualized treatment plans. She adapts interventions to match a client’s comfort level, personality, spiritual beliefs, and lifestyle. Kelsey holds the credential LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and maintains a Florida license (FL LCSW Sw12929).

Evidence-Informed Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients clarify what matters most to them and take steps toward those values even when uncomfortable thoughts or feelings arise. It is often useful for handling anxiety, stress, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, offering concrete tools for depression, anxiety, and anger management. Mindfulness Therapy teaches present-moment awareness and grounding practices that can reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation, which is helpful for trauma responses and chronic stress.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kelsey works collaboratively with each person to select and adapt techniques that fit their goals, needs, and preferences, and she will adjust the plan as progress and feedback guide the work.

Online therapy with Kelsey is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent care without travel, allow for shorter check-ins when helpful, and support continuity of treatment even when life circumstances change.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Kelsey Hackler have?

Kelsey Hackler has 12 years of experience in the mental health field.

Is Kelsey Hackler a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kelsey holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are FL LCSW Sw12929.

In which languages does Kelsey Hackler provide therapy?

Kelsey provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelsey Hackler located?

Kelsey is located in Florida.

How can I work with Kelsey Hackler as my therapist?

You can work with Kelsey through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kelsey Hackler work with international clients?

Kelsey Hackler does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelsey Hackler cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesADHD

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

12+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English

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