Luretha Kelly, LICSW, LCSW

Luretha Kelly is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on helping people facing addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship strain. She speaks plainly and aims to make the first steps toward change feel manageable. Luretha holds a Master of Science and is credentialed as LICSW and LCSW in her practice.

She believes each person knows their own story and brings strengths into therapy. Sessions center on practical skills and clear goals rather than jargon. Luretha emphasizes small, steady steps that build confidence and motivation over time.

Her work draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing. Those methods guide short-term tools for mood and stress, and longer work on patterns that repeat in relationships and behavior.

Clients can expect straightforward conversations about coping strategies, motivation, and boundaries. Luretha helps people identify triggers and practice different ways of responding to them. The aim is better daily functioning and more satisfying relationships through consistent practice.

With 16 years of experience across clinical settings, she brings practical knowledge of common challenges like parenting strain, caregiver stress, sleep problems, and workplace pressure. Luretha works from Mississippi and offers services in English, and she accepts international clients through the platform. To begin, people complete a brief matching questionnaire and schedule a session that fits their timing.

How her approaches translate to online therapy

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then take actions that align with personal values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to shift mood and day-to-day functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy offers practical skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening communication in relationships.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will listen to your goals and try methods that match your needs, then adjust as you see what helps. Clients and the therapist decide together which techniques to emphasize so work feels relevant and doable.

The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow concise check-ins when a shorter appointment is needed. It also lets people continue consistent work when life or location makes in-person meetings difficult. Ask about current session options to find the best practical setup for your routine.