Kelly Drake

My communication style

Theodor Reik describes how to listen with the third ear, and this is what I practice. My clients are more expert about themselves. I enjoy being down to earth and sharing humor during sessions. I strive to support clients in finding how and when they got lost, rather than looking for a problem, and believe the relationship is the path to change.

My journey to mental healthcare

I am a daughter of a Vietnam Veteran. I completed a BS in Psychology and an MSW in Social Work. I counseled children with trauma in diverse settings for over 15 years. With honor for my father and country joined the Army at 37, counseled Soldiers with trauma for 9 years. I continue to serve in the Army Reserves and work to give more than just survival.

My goals for you

Treatment goals focus on what clients present as wanting to change, and are not what I believe needs to change. The support I give will address setting short-term and long-term goals. Sessions will include discussions, homework, and measurable screenings that identify both qualitative and quantitative experience.

Our first session

I invite us both, with our strengths and limitations, to be open to bias and build a relationship towards change. I validate reported experience rather than narratives. I do not type in front of clients, am flexible with pricing, scheduling, and cancellation policies.

I identify as...

• Female
• Caucasian or White