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Kelly Donovan(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Social Work, MSWLicensed Social Worker, LSW
Illinois
Anxiety - Depression-ADHD-Anger management-Academic challenges-Impulse control issues-
AboutSpecialtiesLocationsInsurance & Fees

Professional statement

The clients that I work with often find themselves struggling with follow-through, low self-esteem or having a lack of focus that is impacting their wellbeing and relationships. My clients may experience being frustrated with themselves and find themselves thinking negative thoughts such as “I should be able to do this.

I utilize CBT and DBT in addition to other forms of treatment. I have experience working with many different populations, across multiple backgrounds, races, ethnicities and ages. I work with clients that have either been diagnosed with ADHD or have an undiagnosed general difficulty with focusing during sessions. I see clients who have mood disorders such as forms of anxiety, depression and those who struggle with anger management. I allow my clients to set the pace they are comfortable with as I assist them in working towards their personal goals.

I thrive on finding individualized approaches for providing therapy to clients. As each client is a different person with different needs; I try to keep my approach flexible by first getting to know clients then working together with them to find what interventions will work best for them personally.

I’m excited to meet you and assist you in creating a positive impact on your life!


Message to clients

Starting therapy can feel overwhelming. I offer a free 15-20 minute phone call consultation for us to discuss if therapy with me is the best option for you. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me over the Zencare messenger or by email.


Licensure

Illinois: 150.113057

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

ADHD - Skill-building and support around organizational challenges, distracted attention, procrastination; building and maintaining healthy routines and structure

Anger management - Addressing sudden outbursts of anger or sustained resentment; developing healthy anger expression and outlets

Academic challenges - Addressing underperformance in coursework, school avoidance, and procrastination

Impulse control issues - Building self-control and emotion regulation skills; managing and reducing problematic or dangerous behaviors, such as stealing or fire setting




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois PPO
  • Cigna

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$140 (60min)
  • Sliding scale:$100 - $140