LPC

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks, LPC

Experience5 years
LocationMichigan
Focus areasADHD, Stress and Anxiety, and Relationship
Therapy approachesClient-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

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About Kelly

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Michigan who focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, parenting challenges, depression, addictions, grief, intimacy concerns, anger, self-esteem struggles, bipolar mood concerns, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Background and approach

With five years of clinical experience in outpatient and community settings, she draws on a flexible, collaborative approach to tailor care to each person’s situation and goals. Kelly emphasizes building a trusting, non-judgmental space where clients can increase self-awareness and move toward meaningful change.

Her practice blends multiple evidence-informed methods so treatment fits the individual rather than forcing a single model. Early sessions are used to clarify priorities and co-create a plan that aligns with the client’s preferences and desired outcomes.

Kelly describes her style as compassionate and direct - supportive while also offering candid feedback when needed - to help people develop practical strategies for coping, improving relationships, and achieving sustained growth.

Evidence-Informed Approaches Delivered Online

Kelly often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and develop concrete skills for managing anxiety, depression, or mood-related concerns. CBT focuses on changing thoughts and behaviors to reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.

She also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, which concentrates on current strengths and practical steps to create change. This approach is goal-oriented and useful for people looking to clarify priorities and move quickly toward achievable improvements.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. Kelly works with each person to explore which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and she is willing to adjust the plan as progress is made. Clients are invited to share feedback so the therapeutic work stays aligned with what matters most to them.

Online therapy with Kelly is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility in how people participate. These options can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and maintain continuity of care when life is unpredictable. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver structured, skills-based work as well as supportive, collaborative counseling.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Kelly commonly address?

Kelly supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting and grief, mood and bipolar concerns, addictions, ADHD, and related issues such as self-esteem and intimacy problems.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is collaborative and compassionate with an emphasis on clarity and practical steps. She combines supportive listening with honest feedback to help clients identify and pursue meaningful goals.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has five years of experience working in outpatient and community settings with individuals, families, and couples, and she has training in trauma-focused interventions.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds the LPC credential and practices in Michigan; her license detail is MI LPC 6401017925.

Which languages are available for sessions and does she accept international clients?

Sessions are conducted in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.

What formats are offered for therapy sessions?

Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different schedules and preferences.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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 her?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationFamily problemsGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyMood disordersPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia Workplace issues Young adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Michigan

Languages

English

What Kelly can help with

Kelly Chaiken-Crooks works with clients on stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, and depression.

Kelly works with youth, teenagers, adults, and families.

How Kelly approaches therapy

Kelly's clinical approaches include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

Experience and training

Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in Michigan, with 5 years of clinical experience.