Kelly Zander

I provide therapy for individuals and couples who have experienced struggles in life and in relationships. Oftentimes stressful life experiences (both past and present) show up in other areas of life, which can bring up feelings of frustration, confusion, sadness, loneliness, detachment, or anger. This can be so painful, and it can be so difficult to try to put words to those feelings, especially in the moment.

The most important part of therapy for individuals and couples is the work that we do together to build trust. It’s important to me that clients have a space where they know they can share the complex (and very real) emotions they are feeling without feeling judged, and that their experiences are held in high regard.

Moving from the United States to Belgium as an adolescent provided me the opportunity to experience many different cultures and perspectives over the course of several years. This experience increasingly energized me to observe how people connect with one another, as well as the power that can come from a felt sense of connectedness. I have found that this is a universal desire that transcends languages and cultures. We, as humans, desire to be understood, and we thrive in being seen for who we genuinely are… as well as who we are becoming. More recently, I spent 1.5 years helping individuals, couples, and families at a counseling center on Fort Bragg in the fast-paced world of military training, combat deployments, and the challenges military service places on families and relationships. I bring this valuable experience with me as I continue to meet people where they are in their lives. I draw from Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) to help individuals and couples gain the skills and resources they need to meet the goals they have through therapy.

I understand how hard it can be to find the right therapist for yourself or your relationship. The goal of our first session is for me to ask questions to get to know you better, as well as invite you to ask questions about me that would be helpful for you to know as we begin to build trust. Deciding to make this investment for yourself is a courageous step to take. My passion is to come alongside you with a compassionate and curious spirit as you work to meet the goals you have and find a path toward healing.
Therapy can have a lasting effect on how a person views the world, offer comfort in a time of emotional and physical challenges, and give a person or couple the space to say the things that are making them feel hurt, disconnected, and alone in the world.

As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, my areas of focus include:
Individual Therapy | Couples Therapy | Anxiety and/or Depression Issues | Childhood Trauma

When you’re ready to get started, I always offer a 15-min consultation to see if we are a good fit. I’d love to help you or someone you know and value get the help they need as they strive to find healing in their lives.