I truly enjoy working with those seeking personal growth as well as clarity and strength in their inner voice. I offer support and strategies for forward movement in life, through transition and towards dreams. My specialties include life coaching, self-compassion, and healthy coping.

I have an eclectic approach combining evidence-based practices (including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), psycho-education, supportive counseling, and a solution-focused, strengths-based philosophy.

I believe the client has the answers deep within themselves. My training as a coach enhances my practice, helping me support the client in bringing forth that inner wisdom, to take action, and realize life goals.

I'm also familiar with the 12-step philosophy, and can offer a spiritual perspective if that suits your needs.

If much of this resonates, feel free to contact me at kelly@empowerbloom.com or 415-944-3630 for next steps and any further questions.

Experience

Over 25 years of clinical experience
Individual and group work at various organizations such as Kaiser Permanente Addiction Medicine, Psychiatry, and Eating Disorders Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), Woodleaf IOP, Monte Nido at Laurel Hill, Walden Behavioral Care and Partners Employee Assistance Program
California LCSW #27164
Massachusetts LICSW #11364

Education

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Providence College
Master of Social Work, Boston College

Expertise

Adults
ADD/ADHD
Alcohol Abuse/Alcoholism
Anxiety/Worry
Assertiveness
Body Image
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Coaching
Codependency
Depression
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Disordered eating/Eating Disorders
Fear
Grief/Loss
High Sensitivity/Hypersensitivity
Inadequacy
Life Coaching
Life transitions
Perfectionism
Self-care/Self-love
Self-compassion
Self-criticism
Self-esteem/Self-confidence
Stress
Women's Issues