Kelly Sheets, LPC
Conversational, research-informed counseling for trauma and addiction
- Existentially grounded support
- Trauma and substance use
- Co-occurring concerns care
About Kelly Sheets
Kelly Sheets is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and mental health service provider in Tennessee. With 8 years of experience in mental health treatment, she supports adults navigating concerns such as PTSD - including combat-related trauma - substance use disorders, obsessive-compulsive patterns, and other challenges that can affect daily functioning. Much of her career has been spent in a residential alcohol and drug program, where she worked closely with co-occurring issues that often interact with addiction, including trauma and personality-related concerns.
Her work has included helping people face the impact of trauma, explore longstanding patterns, and develop steadier ways of responding to intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Alongside clinical practice, she is actively involved in research in a university setting, bringing an ongoing curiosity and learning mindset to her work.
Kelly earned a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from East Tennessee State University. Her therapy style is conversational and casual, grounded primarily in Existential therapy, while also drawing from additional approaches as appropriate for each person and situation. With a background in social psychology, she incorporates an understanding of how beliefs, attitudes, and behavior patterns can be shaped, helping clients feel less alone in what they are experiencing. She approaches therapy with the belief that each individual ultimately knows the life they want to live, and that the right support can offer insight, guidance, and a thoughtful space to sort through emotions, fears, and decisions.
Kelly has a particular interest and research background in combat-related PTSD. She recognizes that reaching out for help - especially after a traumatic event - takes courage, and she is there to support clients through that first step and beyond.
Her work has included helping people face the impact of trauma, explore longstanding patterns, and develop steadier ways of responding to intrusive thoughts and compulsive behaviors. Alongside clinical practice, she is actively involved in research in a university setting, bringing an ongoing curiosity and learning mindset to her work.
Kelly earned a Bachelor of Science in Clinical Psychology and a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from East Tennessee State University. Her therapy style is conversational and casual, grounded primarily in Existential therapy, while also drawing from additional approaches as appropriate for each person and situation. With a background in social psychology, she incorporates an understanding of how beliefs, attitudes, and behavior patterns can be shaped, helping clients feel less alone in what they are experiencing. She approaches therapy with the belief that each individual ultimately knows the life they want to live, and that the right support can offer insight, guidance, and a thoughtful space to sort through emotions, fears, and decisions.
Kelly has a particular interest and research background in combat-related PTSD. She recognizes that reaching out for help - especially after a traumatic event - takes courage, and she is there to support clients through that first step and beyond.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Kelly Sheets have?
Kelly Sheets has 8 years of experience providing therapy and mental health support.
Is Kelly Sheets a licensed therapist?
Yes. Kelly Sheets is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Her license numbers are TN LPC 5475 and MI LPC 6401224045.
In which languages does Kelly Sheets provide therapy?
Kelly Sheets provides therapy in English.
Where is Kelly Sheets located?
Kelly Sheets is located in Tennessee.
How can I work with Kelly Sheets as my therapist?
You can work with Kelly Sheets through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to choose a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Kelly Sheets work with international clients?
No. Kelly Sheets does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Kelly Sheets cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Evidence-based approaches, made accessible online
Kelly Sheets integrates structured, skills-based methods with a conversational style to help clients work through concerns like trauma reactions, substance use, intrusive thoughts, and life stressors.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on the connection between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It can help clients notice unhelpful thinking patterns, test new perspectives, and practice practical changes that support day-to-day functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes making room for difficult internal experiences while moving toward what matters most. It often supports people who feel stuck in cycles of avoidance, anxiety, or shame by building psychological flexibility and values-based action. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially helpful when emotions feel intense or relationships feel strained.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kelly collaborates with each client to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit the individual and the moment, adjusting the plan as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy can make getting support more workable and consistent. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules and access help from a comfortable setting.