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Kelly Stone, LCSW

LCSW supporting relationships, anxiety, and life transitions
  • Relationship and intimacy support
  • Stress and anxiety management
  • Works with LGBT clients

About Kelly Stone

Kelly Stone is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in North Carolina with eight years of professional experience supporting people through emotional and relational challenges. She focuses on stress and anxiety, depression, intimacy-related concerns, and relationship difficulties across romantic, family, and professional contexts. Kelly also has experience working with personality disorders and bipolar disorder, bringing practical skills and clinical knowledge to sessions.

Her approach is collaborative and holistic, emphasizing the client as the expert in their own story while helping them identify and use their existing strengths. She works alongside clients to develop coping strategies, improve communication, and navigate life changes that feel overwhelming. Kelly honors the courage it takes to begin therapy and aims to create a respectful, strengths-based environment that promotes growth and clearer direction.

Clients can expect a therapist who listens closely, tailors interventions to their needs, and supports gradual, sustainable change. Whether addressing persistent mood concerns, complex relationship dynamics, or the impact of a diagnosis like bipolar disorder, Kelly combines clinical insight with practical tools to help clients move forward.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelly Stone have?

Kelly Stone has eight years of professional experience as a therapist.

Is Kelly Stone a licensed therapist?

Yes. Kelly Stone holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license details are NC LCSW C011862.

In which languages does Kelly Stone provide therapy?

Counseling with Kelly Stone is provided in English.

Where is Kelly Stone located?

Kelly Stone is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Kelly Stone as my therapist?

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

Does Kelly Stone work with international clients?

Yes, Kelly Stone works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelly Stone 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.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Kelly Stone, an LCSW, integrates several evidence-informed approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on building a trusting, nonjudgmental relationship where the client leads the conversation and the therapist offers empathy and support - this is helpful for people seeking validation and clarity about their goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) involves identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors, which can be effective for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related symptoms. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) helps people understand and change emotional responses within relationships, supporting deeper connection and clearer communication.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Kelly will work collaboratively with each person to assess needs, outline goals, and select methods that feel like a good fit - adjustments can be made over time as progress and preferences emerge.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility: sessions can take place by video call or phone, and there are options for live chat or ongoing text-based messaging to support work between appointments. These formats make it easier to access consistent care from wherever a client is located and to integrate therapeutic work into a busy life.

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