Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
1700 South 1st Avenue, Suite 21, Iowa City, IA 52245
Let's Connect (319) 800-5564
Whatever you're currently struggling with: interpersonal issues, anxiety, depression, grief, low self-esteem, an existential or spiritual crisis, or simply work or school stress, I’m here to meet you where you’re at with compassion, patience, gentleness, and zero judgment as we collaborate on your therapeutic goals. My practice is primarily psychodynamic, while incorporating elements of cognitive and behavioral therapies as needed to assist in restructuring self-defeating patterns. An emphasis on the value of cultivating self awareness and compassion for self and others is at the core of my philosophy.
Utilizing a strengths-based, person-centered approach, I come from the belief that you are the expert in your own life and you have the capacity to handle the problems you face. I integrate elements of mindfulness, helping you to observe your inner experience without judgment. With children, I utilize play, art, and ABA therapies as appropriate to the child.
I have an extensive background in teaching Transcendental Meditation and in the arts, and have worked with adults and children from a wide range of racial, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds. I practice from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive lens. I’m particularly sensitive to the needs and experiences of BIPOC, LGBTQIA, and gender-diverse individuals.
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Let's Connect (319) 800-5564
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $200
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
- Pay by American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Out of Network
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Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 120881 Kelly McKayLicense state differs from primary location state.
- In Practice for 1 Year
- License: Iowa Bureau of Professional Licensure 128155 / 2024
- Certificate from Transcendental Meditation International (Certified Teacher) 2016
- Attended Touro University, MSW, Graduated 2023
Email me or call with questions - (319) 800-5564
Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- LGBTQ+
Expertise
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Child
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Codependency
- Divorce
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Lesbian
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Peer Relationships
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Transgender
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
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Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
HIV / AIDS Allied ,
Intersex Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Sex Worker Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Feminist
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Person-Centered
- Play Therapy
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Strength-Based
Email me or call with questions - (319) 800-5564
Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Location
Primary Location
Green Counseling Services
1700 South 1st Avenue
Suite 21
Iowa City, IA 52245
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Nearby Areas
Take the first step to help. Call now - (319) 800-5564
Kelly McKay
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW