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LCSW, CSW

Joy Kelleher, LCSW, CSW

  • Experience25 years
  • LocationGeorgia
  • Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Trauma and abuse
  • Therapy approachesAcceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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About Joy

Joy Kelleher is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, CSW) with 25 years of experience who helps people navigate stress, anxiety, trauma, life transitions, and ADHD-related concerns.

Background and approach

She focuses on meeting clients where they are, offering flexible scheduling and a style that emphasizes strengths, connection, and practical tools to support meaningful change. Kelleher uses a relational, individualized approach that blends evidence-informed methods with a compassionate, coaching-oriented stance.

Her work emphasizes building resilience, addressing grief and loss, and supporting people through career or relationship challenges, mood disorders, and self-esteem or identity issues. She draws on international experience and years working with young adults to support those facing major transitions and role changes.

Clients can expect targeted, empathetic guidance intended to amplify personal strengths and promote healing from adversity. Kelleher also volunteers in her community and works with athletes in a coaching role, reflecting her belief in empowerment, belonging, and growth as central elements of therapeutic change.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Care



Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people focus on values and committed action while learning to accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them. It can be useful for those struggling with avoidance, life changes, or patterns of unhelpful thinking. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches practical skills to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, making it a common choice for anxiety, depression, panic, and mood difficulties. Mindfulness Therapy emphasizes present-moment awareness and nonjudgmental observation of internal experience, which supports stress reduction, emotional regulation, and coping with trauma or grief.

Choosing the right approach is often a collaborative process. The therapist will work with clients to understand their needs, goals, and preferences and may blend techniques from these methods to create a tailored plan that fits the individual.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These options allow scheduling that fits busy lives, ongoing support between appointments, and different ways to engage depending on comfort and practicality, making it easier for many people to maintain consistent progress.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist commonly address?
She works with a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, ADHD, relationship and career concerns, grief, and compassion fatigue. Additional focuses include body image, workplace issues, and mood disorders.
What is the therapist's general approach or style in sessions?
The clinician uses a relational, strength-based, and individualized style that combines practical coaching with therapeutic interventions to help clients build resilience and reach personal goals.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
She brings 25 years of social work experience, including extensive international work and years supporting young adults through major life transitions.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
Joy Kelleher is credentialed as LCSW and CSW with the designation GA LCSW CSW003073 and is located in Georgia.
Which languages are available for sessions and are international clients accepted?
Session language is English, and she is not currently accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Available session formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How is cost handled for therapy with this clinician?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working with this therapist?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoachingCompassion fatigue

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCancerDivorce and separationFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

25+ years

Licensed

Georgia

Languages

English

What Joy can help with

Joy Kelleher works with clients on stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, coaching, and compassion fatigue.

Joy works with people experiencing grief and loss and trauma.

Joy works with young adults as they make important life transitions and forge their unique life paths.

Joy works with adults with relationship concerns, career challenges, anxiety, and depression.

How Joy approaches therapy

Joy's clinical approaches include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Joy is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Georgia, with 25 years of clinical experience.

Therapy style

Joy aims to reduce the barriers to counseling with flexible availability and approaches that work for you.