Kelly Gulat, LPC

Licensed counselor supporting healing from trauma and anxiety

Trauma and grief care
Anxiety and stress support
Relationship and family work

About Kelly Gulat

Kelly Gulat (last name pronounced 'goo-lot') is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who brings 11 years of direct therapy experience and more than two decades working in the mental health field. She approaches care with attention to the many parts of a person - emotional, relational, and practical - believing that wellbeing emerges from how those pieces fit together. Kelly works with a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, grief, depression, trauma and abuse, identity and gender questions, relationship and family matters, self-esteem, sleep problems, parenting challenges, and coping with life changes.

Her style is grounded in collaboration and respect. Kelly creates space for clients to explore feelings and goals without judgment, and she helps people build concrete skills and clearer self-understanding. She draws on evidence-informed tools while centering each person’s values, culture, and spiritual or personal meaning when relevant. Kelly also supports those navigating intimacy and attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, chronic illness or pain, and work-related or career concerns.

Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and Kelly honors that choice by partnering with clients through self-discovery and practical change. She aims to help people identify strengths, set realistic goals, and move toward a more fulfilling path at a pace that fits their life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelly Gulat have?

Kelly has 11 years of experience providing therapy.

Is Kelly Gulat a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). License details: VA LPC 0701007775.

In which languages does Kelly Gulat provide therapy?

Kelly provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelly Gulat located?

Kelly is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Kelly Gulat as my therapist?

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

Does Kelly Gulat work with international clients?

Kelly does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelly Gulat 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.

Approaches and Online Support for Therapy

Kelly integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based techniques to tailor care to each person’s needs. Client-centered therapy focuses on building a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the client’s values and choices guide the process - this approach helps with self-exploration, identity questions, and relationship concerns. CBT emphasizes practical strategies to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and sleep problems. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and regulation skills that can reduce reactivity and support coping with trauma, chronic stress, and emotional ups and downs.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Kelly works with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and the challenges they bring, and together they choose or combine methods that fit the person and the situation. This flexibility allows treatment to adapt as needs evolve.

Online therapy offers practical benefits for people with busy schedules, mobility limits, or geographic constraints. Video calls and phone sessions allow for real-time conversation and connection, while live chat and text-based messaging provide options for shorter check-ins or ongoing support between sessions. These formats increase access and make it easier to maintain consistent work toward personal goals with licensed professionals and therapists who can meet clients where they are.

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