Kelly Gulat

Kelly Gulat is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia with 11 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are overwhelmed by stress, grief, anxiety, depression, or life transitions. Her approach recognizes that life, identity, relationships, work, and health all connect to wellbeing.

Kelly pays attention to the everyday parts of a person’s life. She talks with clients about boundaries, communication, motivation, and confidence. She also addresses concerns such as trauma, parenting, sleep problems, career questions, and compassion fatigue. Kelly uses clear, practical conversation to help people find what matters most to them.

Her style is collaborative and respectful. Sessions aim to be a space where thoughts and feelings can be brought up without judgment. Kelly works to understand each person’s values and goals before deciding on steps to take together.

She draws on several therapeutic approaches to support change. That can mean looking at thoughts and behaviors that get in the way, practicing mindfulness to manage stress, or focusing on personal meaning and identity. The work is tailored to the client’s needs and pace.

Kelly encourages people who are nervous about starting therapy. She guides clients through the first steps and partners with them over time. The focus is on small, achievable changes that add up to a fuller, more stable life.

Approaches that guide online work

Kelly commonly draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and stress by breaking issues into smaller, manageable steps.

She also uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and clearer communication. DBT-informed techniques can be helpful for strong mood swings, intense emotions, or trouble with relationships.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Kelly discusses goals and preferences with each person and adapts methods based on what fits. The process is collaborative, and adjustments are made over time if something isn’t helping.

If you are considering online sessions, check which formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Many people find virtual therapy useful because it can fit more easily into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Online work also makes it simpler to continue care during life changes, though the specific session types available should be confirmed during scheduling.