Wellness Focused Psychotherapy for Adults

Care designed for longevity,

not urgency.

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Specializing in therapy for adults experiencing aging-related concerns, burnout or the emotional impact of long-term life changes.

SERVING TELEHEALTH CLIENTS THROUGHOUT CALIFORNIA

Including Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Sacramento and rural Northern California Communities.

In person sessions Eureka, CA.

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Integrative, personalized and grounded in the belief that mental health deserves ongoing care— not just crisis intervention.

Where I Specialize

  • Aging + Life Stage Development

    You may seek therapy around aging if you are:

    • Processing physical changes or health concerns

    • Adjusting to new limitations or evolving capacity

    • Supporting aging parents while navigating your own midlife

    • Reconsidering long-term plans, retirement, or legacy

    • Experiencing shifts in identity as roles change

    • Feeling grief about time passing or bodies changing

    • Wanting to age intentionally rather than reactively

    Aging is psychological as much as it is physical. Therapy can help integrate growth, loss, and adaptation with clarity and dignity.

  • Life Transitions

    You may seek therapy for life transitions if you are:

    • Experiencing a career change, promotion, or professional uncertainty

    • Adjusting to parenthood, pregnant/postpartum, an empty nest, or shifting family roles

    • Navigating divorce, partnership changes, or relationship evolution

    • Relocating or feeling unmoored in a new environment

    • Facing a health diagnosis or medical decision

    • Questioning identity, purpose, or direction

    • Feeling “in between” versions of yourself

    Transitions often look stable on the outside while feeling destabilizing internally. Therapy provides structure and steadiness during seasons of change.

  • Stress+ Burnout

    You may seek therapy for burnout if you are:

    • Feeling emotionally depleted despite continued performance

    • Struggling with motivation or decision fatigue

    • Experiencing irritability, numbness, or detachment

    • Finding it difficult to rest, even when exhausted

    • Noticing your nervous system feels “always on”

    • Carrying responsibility without recovery

    • Wondering how long you can keep going at this pace

    Burnout is not weakness — it is a signal. Therapy becomes maintenance, recalibration, and long-term sustainability.

What is Accelerated Resolution Therapy?

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is an evidence-based approach to psychotherapy that supports the brain in reprocessing distressing memories, patterns and emotional responses in a structured and contained way. During ART, the therapist gently guides the client through a process that allows images, patterns and sensations to be reworked and integrated, using imagery chosen and directed by the client.

Rather than repeatedly revisiting painful experiences, or habits/thought processes that no longer serve us, ART focuses on how memories are stored in the brain and supports meaningful shifts in how those memories are experienced in the present. Many clients notice changes in emotional reactivity, intrusive thoughts, or physical stress responses after a small number of sessions, though each person’s experience is unique.

ART is designed to be efficient while still honoring safety, choice, and individual pacing.

Accelerated Resolution Therapy® (ART) is extremely versatile and can help clients in many ways. Here are some issues that have been quickly and effectively treated by ART:

Post Traumatic Stress (PTS), Anxiety, Depression, Panic Attacks, Sleep Issues (including nightmares), Performance Anxiety, Poor Self Image, Trauma,Grief, Job-Related Stress, Pain Management, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

· And more

Meet Gaby!

Hi, I’m Gabrielle (Gaby) Kelly, LCSW, CSW-G!

I work with adults across California who are navigating the many transitions that come with life — shifts in career, relationships, family roles, health, aging, and identity. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable, and deeply committed to the people and responsibilities in their lives. On the outside they often appear to be managing everything well, but internally they may feel overwhelmed, unsettled, or quietly stuck during seasons of change.

My professional background is rooted in healthcare and integrated medical settings, where I’ve worked alongside primary care teams supporting individuals and families through complex life and health transitions.

While I do specialize in aging and gerontology, I also care deeply about supporting working adults and parents who are balancing careers, caregiving, and family life. Many of my clients are people who carry a great deal of responsibility for others while trying to care for themselves at the same time. I believe mental health support should fit within the realities of real life — not feel like another obligation.

If you’re seeking thoughtful, grounded support during a period of transition or recalibration, I invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation to explore whether working together might feel like the right fit.

Advanced Trainings and Certifications:

Below are select certifications and advanced trainings that inform my clinical work and approach to care:

• Certified Social Worker in Gerontology (CSW-G) – National Association of Social Workers

• Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) – Basic Training. Certification in process

• Perinatal Mental Health Certificate of Training – Postpartum Support International

• Foundations of Aging – Boston University

• Aging & Disabilities – Boston University

• Certificate in Healthcare Management – Cornell University

Masters of Social Work- Cal Poly Humboldt, formerly Humboldt State University

Frequently Asked Questions

Contact Gaby

  • My clients are often:

    • People navigating major life transitions (career shifts, retirement, parenthood, caregiving, aging)

    • Individuals experiencing burnout, even when “everything looks fine”

    • High-achieving professionals managing demanding careers

    • Those adjusting to chronic health changes or evolving identities

    • People who want therapy as part of a wellness routine, not just during crisis

    You may not feel like you’re “falling apart”—

    but you know something needs to shift.

  • Our work may include:

    • Reducing burnout and restoring energy

    • Navigating life transitions with clarity and confidence

    • Processing trauma, stress, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm

    • Adjusting to aging, health changes, or shifting roles

    • Strengthening identity, boundaries, and sense of direction

    • Building a more sustainable way of living and working

    This is not about “fixing” you—

    it’s about supporting you in functioning at a high level without the cost to your well-being.

  • 50-Minute Telehealth or In Person Psychotherapy Sessions

    Traditional in person or psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes and provide space for ongoing support, reflection, skill-building, and emotional processing. These sessions may include talk therapy, somatic awareness, and integrative approaches tailored to your goals and pace. I use aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and even offer CBT-I the leading treatment for Insomnia. Many clients use therapy as routine mental health maintenance, much like other forms of preventative care.

    60- Minute Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART®)

    Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART®) is a structured, evidence-based approach designed to help resolve distressing memories, trauma, and stuck emotional patterns more efficiently. ART sessions are longer—typically 60 minutes—to allow sufficient time for focused memory processing and resolution within a single session.

    ART uses guided eye movements and imagery to help the brain replace distressing images with neutral or positive ones of your choosing, often leading to meaningful relief in fewer sessions. Many clients experience significant improvement within 1–5 sessions, making ART an effective option for those seeking targeted, time-limited treatment.

    CBT-I is a specialized, evidence-based treatment designed to restore healthy, consistent sleep. It addresses the underlying patterns—both cognitive and behavioral—that disrupt your ability to fall and stay asleep. Through a structured yet personalized process, CBT-I helps recalibrate your sleep system, supporting lasting change without reliance on medication. It is widely recognized as the gold standard for treating insomnia. This specific protocol is usually 4-8 sessions.

    Services offered through this practice are non-emergency and provided by scheduled appointment only. For urgent or emergency mental health concerns, please call 911, visit your nearest emergency room, or contact the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.What Happens in an ART Session

    An ART session usually lasts 60 minutes and follows a step-by-step, manualized protocol. The therapist guides the client through sets of horizontal eye movements while the client focuses on distressing images or sensations. Between sets, the clinician may ask the client to notice shifts in body sensations, emotions, or imagery, and to use visualization to replace distressing scenes with neutral or positive ones. This “Voluntary Image Replacement” (VIR) process is central to ART’s design and allows the brain to link new, non-distressing information with the original memory network.

    Unlike traditional exposure therapies, ART does not require clients to verbally describe their trauma in detail. Many individuals find this feature especially helpful if they struggle with avoidance, shame, or emotional flooding when recounting their experiences. Clients remain in control at all times, and sessions typically conclude with a sense of calm or resolution rather than prolonged distress.

    How ART Differs from Other Therapies

    Other trauma therapies rely on exposure to create desensitization. This means a client will have to relive the memory of their trauma in a controlled environment as they rehash painful details. With ART, clients don't have to recount their trauma in detail to their therapist, making it a safer, more comfortable process. Plus, there's no homework. ART uses targeted techniques that help you process and resolve trauma effectively, focusing on how memories are stored and experienced without reliving the pain.

    ART shares some mechanisms with EMDR, particularly the use of bilateral eye movements and the aim of reducing distress associated with traumatic memories. However, ART differs in its structure and focus: sessions are more directive and include scripted interventions that actively guide the client to replace distressing images. ART is also briefer in format and many issues are commonly resolved in only one session—many clients complete treatment in fewer sessions than traditional trauma-focused therapies such as EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) or Prolonged Exposure (PE).

    Importantly, ART is not hypnosis. Clients remain fully alert, oriented, and aware throughout the process. Nor is ART a “band-aid” fix; while it can produce rapid relief, the method works through recognized neurological processes of memory reconsolidation supported by emerging research in affective neuroscience.

  • Not sure about telehealth?

    Telehealth therapy is a valid and effective form of mental health care and is conducted using a secure, HIPAA-compliant platform. Services follow the same clinical and ethical standards as in-person therapy.

    Many clients find telehealth to be comfortable and convenient, allowing therapy to fit more easily into their daily lives while still providing meaningful connection and support.

    I am only able to see patients within the state of California, even via telehealth.

  • Rates:

    50 minute Psychotherapy Session: $175

    All regular psychotherapy sessions are 50 minutes unless otherwise agreed upon in advance.

    60 Minute Accelerated Resolution Therapy: $200 session

    ART is an evidence based approach and often provides symptom relief 1-6 sessions

    In support of my community, I offer Accelerated Resolution Therapy sessions for Humboldt County Mental Health Professionals 60 minutes $100

    Payment is due at time of service.

    I do not accept insurance at this time.

    In accordance with the No Surprises Act, self-pay clients have the right to receive a Good Faith Estimate of expected therapy costs prior to services. If your final bill exceeds the estimate by $400 or more, you may dispute the charges.

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