My name is Taylor Kelly and I am a Pre-Licensed Clinician in the state of Illinois. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Loras College and I received my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Governors State University. I strive to provide a warm, welcoming, and safe environment for each of my clients through my non-judgmental manner. 

I work with children 6 years of age to adults up to age 60 that are seeking treatment for a variety of reasons, such as Anxiety, Depression, Life Changes/Adjustments, Self-Esteem/Self-Worth, Trauma/PTSD, and Women’s Issues. I take a collaborative approach in working with my clients toward their goals for treatment in order to lay the groundwork for coping skills to be utilized outside of session. I aim to build a strong therapeutic alliance to allow my clients to feel safe and empowered while becoming the best versions of themselves. 

My primary treatment approach is psychodynamic, although I utilize interventions and techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, and Mindfulness to foster growth and healing during session. I believe there is a deeply rooted connection between a person’s past experience in childhood and their current issues and mindset. It is my intention to meet my clients where they are at, while also being aware that their past played an important role in how they became the person they are today. I find meaning in advocating for those who struggle with their mental health, and I want you to know that you are not alone on your journey. 

I am currently accepting new clients at the Mount Greenwood and Frankfort locations, also via telehealth. If you’d like to make an appointment, please reach out to me at taylor@beginwithinchicago.com or at (312)-344-3733.