Kelly Carter, LCSW-C

I am a licensed social worker in based in Virginia. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2022. I have experience working primarily with adults struggling with attachment and relational traumas, strained family dynamics, interpersonal conflict, confidence and self-esteem, depression, anxiety, and navigating life transitions. I am certified in EMDR and utilize the modality, along with other trauma-focused interventions, to help clients process through trauma and improve their relationship with themselves and others. I help clients work towards building a sense of self rooted in compassion, confidence, and empowerment.

I live in Loudoun County, VA with my wife, two dogs, and a sourdough starter named Patricia.

Fun fact about Me: I love food and have a restaurant bucket list that includes 100+ restaurants from cities all around the world.

How do I know if this is the right therapy approach for me?

If you are looking for a therapist who will help you build a more compassionate relationship with yourself by encouraging laughter, tears, and authenticity in the therapy space, then you’ve come to the right place! Therapy isn’t meant to be comfortable because change isn’t comfortable; I can help you find peace and progress in that discomfort. If you're looking for long-term change rather than a temporary band-aid, then I am here to help.

My primary therapeutic approach focuses on using an IFS-informed EMDR approach and other trauma-informed strategies to help clients who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, attachment, self-esteem and confidence, challenging family relationships, and stress-management.

Therapy is a very personal experience and not every therapist is the right fit. If you decide that you are in need of a different therapeutic approach, or find that our style doesn’t align with your goals for treatment, then I am happy to help point you in the right direction. I want you to find the care that is best for you!