Kelly Kenna, LCPC, EMDR Trained

(She/Her)

Therapy for adults who look “high functioning” on the outside but feel stuck on the inside

I work with adults of all ages, genders, and identities—most often between 25 and 70—who feel caught in unhelpful patterns and want to get more out of life. Many of my clients are perceived as capable and together, yet internally feel anxious, overwhelmed, or held back by self-doubt, intrusive thoughts, or the lingering impact of past experiences.

Specialities:

  • Trauma and EMDR
  • Body Image
  • Chronic Stress and Anxiety
  • People Pleasing
  • Intrusive and Obsessive Thoughts

What To Expect

My style is warm, authentic, and gently challenging. Clients often describe sessions as hard work—but gratifying (I hear “that was wild!” a lot after EMDR or parts work). I lead with compassion and understanding, while also naming patterns that may be keeping you stuck. Change requires some discomfort, and I’ll be transparent about why I’m challenging something and work with you to make the process feel manageable and grounded.

Sessions usually begin with brief check-ins about the week, followed by identifying what you’d like to focus on and how we can approach it in a way that aligns with your goals. Early work may include skill-building before moving into deeper trauma or insight-oriented work. When we’re doing trauma processing, sessions always end with grounding, mindfulness, or lighter conversation to help you transition back into your day. Between sessions, I may invite you to practice mindfulness skills or collaborate on small challenges that help integrate therapy into daily life.

We Might Be a Fit If You Feel…

  • “People see me as having it all together, but inside I’m barely hanging on.”
  • “I know my past is affecting how I think and act, but I don’t know how to move past it.”
  • “Fear, rumination, or self-doubt keep holding me back from my goals.”

A Little About Me

I believe each person already has the wisdom and strength needed to heal—my role is to help you access it. My work draws from EMDR and parts work (IFS-informed) to help heal trauma, reduce anxiety, and transform old survival patterns into healthier ways of being. I’m EMDR trained and have completed comprehensive coursework in Internal Family Systems.

I became a therapist after navigating my own mental health challenges as a young person, and I’m deeply grateful to support others in finding peace and self-trust. Outside the therapy room, I love cats, books, jigsaw puzzles, creative writing, comedy performance—and I’m currently obsessed with paddle (yes, that weird winter racquet sport). If you’re open to doing meaningful work with compassion and humor along the way, I’d be glad to work with you.

*I’m best suited for clients ready to engage in deeper, insight-oriented work, and may not be the best fit for those seeking highly structured, skills-based therapy or quick solutions. 

If you’re ready to do meaningful, sometimes challenging work—with support, honesty, and a little humor along the way—I’d be glad to work with you.

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