Kelsey Wynn, LMSW
Young Adult and Adult Grief and Trauma Therapist
Helping teens, and adults navigate life's challenges, develop emotional resilience, and build confidence in themselves.
About Kelsey
I work with children, teens, young adults, and adults who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck, or unsure of what comes next. Life can bring challenges that leave us feeling disconnected from ourselves, struggling to manage our emotions, or uncertain about how to move forward. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, relationship concerns, parenting challenges, or a major life transition, I want you to know you don't have to figure everything out alone.
I am passionate about helping individuals recognize their strengths, develop healthier ways of coping, and build confidence in their ability to navigate life's challenges. I believe everyone deserves a space where they feel safe, supported, and understood. My goal is to help clients feel empowered to work through difficult experiences, embrace personal growth, and create meaningful changes that carry into their everyday lives.
My Approach to Therapy
I believe therapy should be a place where you feel comfortable showing up exactly as you are. My approach is warm, authentic, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I prioritize building genuine therapeutic relationships where clients feel heard, accepted, and supported without judgment.
I recognize that every individual has a unique story, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach to healing. I take time to understand each client's experiences, strengths, challenges, and goals so that our work together feels meaningful and personalized. Whether I am working with a child learning to navigate big emotions, a teenager finding their identity, or an adult working through difficult life experiences, my goal is to create an environment that encourages trust, self-discovery, and growth.
I believe meaningful change happens when people feel understood and empowered to recognize their own strengths. Together, we will work toward greater emotional awareness, confidence, resilience, and connection.
Issues Treated & Populations Served
Anxiety
Depression
ADHD
Trauma and PTSD
Grief and Loss
Mood Disorders
Emotional Regulation
Suicidal ideation and self harm
Relationship Concerns
Parenting Stress
Family Dynamics
Life Transitions
LGBTQ+
Stress and Overwhelm
Self-Esteem and Confidence
Coping Skills
Personal Growth
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
Premarital and Marital Issues
Modalities Used
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Strengths-Based Therapy
Trauma-Informed Therapy
Family Systems Therapy
Person-Centered Therapy
Mindfulness
Solution-Focused Therapy
Brainspotting
Coaching
Emotionally Focused
Relational
What Sessions Are Like
Sessions with me are designed to feel welcoming, supportive, and collaborative. You don't need to have the right words or know exactly where to start. My goal is to create a space where you can feel comfortable sharing your experiences, asking questions, and exploring what is happening in your life without fear of judgment.
Our sessions will look different depending on your age, experiences, and goals. We may spend time identifying patterns, processing difficult emotions, developing coping strategies, building confidence, or working through challenges in relationships and everyday life. For children and teens, sessions may incorporate developmentally appropriate activities and practical tools to help them understand their emotions, improve emotional regulation, and navigate challenges at home and school.
I believe therapy should be more than just having someone to talk to. It should provide opportunities to learn, grow, and develop skills that make a difference in everyday life. We will work together at a pace that feels comfortable, celebrating progress along the way while building the tools and confidence needed to navigate whatever comes next.
My Treatment Approach
My treatment approach incorporates evidence-based and strengths-focused practices tailored to each client's developmental stage, individual needs, and therapeutic goals. I draw from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and strengths-based interventions to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Depending on your needs, our work may focus on developing emotional regulation skills, managing anxiety, improving communication, building confidence, processing traumatic experiences, or navigating difficult relationships and life transitions. When working with children and teens, I incorporate developmentally appropriate strategies to help them understand their emotions, strengthen coping skills, and feel more confident navigating challenges at home, school, and in their relationships.
I believe therapy should be both supportive and practical. My goal is to help clients gain a deeper understanding of themselves while developing tools they can use outside of sessions to create meaningful, lasting change.
Treatment Philosophy
I believe every person has strengths, potential, and the ability to grow, even during life's most difficult seasons. Sometimes anxiety, trauma, grief, or overwhelming life circumstances can make it difficult to see beyond what we are experiencing in the moment. Therapy offers an opportunity to slow down, feel supported, and begin finding a path forward.
I believe healing doesn't mean having everything figured out or never struggling again. It means developing a better understanding of yourself, learning healthier ways to navigate challenges, and recognizing that you don't have to face difficult experiences alone.
My philosophy is centered on empowerment, compassion, and resilience. I want clients to recognize their strengths, feel confident in their ability to manage life's challenges, and understand that growth happens one step at a time. My hope is to help each person build a stronger connection with themselves and create a life that feels more balanced, meaningful, and fulfilling.
Why Clients Choose to Work With Me
Clients choose to work with me because I offer a warm, genuine, and supportive approach that meets them where they are. I understand that reaching out for therapy can feel overwhelming, whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family. I strive to make the process feel comfortable and collaborative from the beginning.
My trauma-informed approach allows me to work with individuals experiencing a variety of challenges, while recognizing that each person's experiences and needs are different. I enjoy helping clients develop practical coping skills while also exploring the deeper emotions and experiences that may be affecting their daily lives.
I bring an encouraging, strengths-based perspective to therapy and believe in helping clients recognize what they are capable of rather than focusing only on what feels difficult. Whether you are a parent seeking support for your child, a teenager navigating emotional challenges, or an adult working toward personal growth, my goal is to help you feel understood, empowered, and hopeful about what is possible.
My Background
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Canton, Georgia. My path to becoming a therapist has been shaped by both my professional experiences and my own experiences navigating relationships, family, and life’s transitions.
I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice from Kennesaw State University and began my career as an adult probation officer with Cherokee County. Through that work, I saw firsthand how deeply mental health, trauma, family dynamics, and life circumstances can impact people’s lives. It inspired me to return to Kennesaw State University to earn my Master of Social Work and pursue a career focused on supporting people through meaningful change.
Since then, I have worked with adolescents and adults in Drug and Alcohol Treatment Courts, Juvenile Detention Centers, private practice, and in-home community counseling. My professional journey also led me into leadership and administration, as the Executive Director for a nationwide community mental health program. Today, as a business owner and therapist, I understand the many different roles we can carry at once—and the pressure that can come with trying to balance them all.
My personal experiences have also shaped the therapist I am today. As a mom, I understand the joys, challenges, and mental load that can come with motherhood. As someone who grew up experiencing divorce and blended family dynamics, I have a personal understanding of how family transitions can affect relationships, identity, and the way we navigate connection with the people we love. As a divorced parent, I also understand the complexities of co-parenting, navigating changing family dynamics, managing difficult emotions, and balancing the needs of your children with your own. These experiences have deepened my appreciation for the resilience it takes to navigate life’s transitions and the importance of having a space where you feel understood, supported, and empowered to find your own path forward.
These experiences don't make me an expert in your story, but they have given me a deeper appreciation for how complicated life and relationships can be. I bring those experiences, along with my professional training, to create a space where you can be honest about where you are, explore where you've been, and feel supported as you decide where you want to go next.
Education & Certificates
Education
Bachelor of Criminal Justice
Master of Social Work
Advanced Training
Brainspotting Phase 1 Certified
Attachment Trauma Certified
Ready to Get Started?
I offer a creative approach to therapy, which is especially helpful to folks that feel like they have tried everything. If you’re reading this, it means you haven’t given up, and that’s all you need to get started on something new. Let’s work together to open new doors and heal old wounds.