Kelsey Haymond

Kelsey Haymond, LCSW, brings nine years of clinical experience to her practice in Utah. She aims to build a genuine, nonjudgmental relationship where people feel comfortable sharing hard things. Sessions focus on what the client wants to work on, with goals set early so therapy stays practical and targeted.

Kelsey practices with a client-centered style that emphasizes openness and validation. She uses a mix of approaches that match each person's needs, and she often includes mindfulness and skills-based strategies. She also encourages practical work between sessions to keep progress moving.

Her background includes work with adults facing depression, anxiety, eating and food-related issues, obsessive and compulsive behaviors, self-harm, and relationship struggles. She has supported people through grief, parenting stress, compassion fatigue, and life transitions. Kelsey also lists focus areas such as body image, panic and phobias, postpartum depression, and young adult issues.

In sessions she blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Solution-Focused techniques as needed. The choice of tools is collaborative and tailored to goals like reducing panic attacks, improving communication, or managing mood. She aims to bring some lightness and practical steps alongside the deeper work.

Outside of clinical work, Kelsey values family time and active hobbies like biking, yoga, and volleyball. Her commitment to approachable care guides how she structures sessions and supports each person's progress.

How mindfulness and skills work in online therapy

Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple ways to notice thoughts, body sensations, and emotions without judgment. It can help people reduce reactivity to stress and regain a clearer sense of what matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses practical exercises to change patterns that keep problems going. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills useful for intense emotions and relationship strain.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Kelsey will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match their goals and preferences. Together they set concrete goals and try techniques in session, then adapt based on what helps most.

Session options and exact formats are not listed here, so please confirm current online session choices before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people find that practicing mindfulness exercises, CBT worksheets, and DBT skills between sessions translates well to remote work when paired with clear goals and regular check-ins.