Kelsey

Kelsey Wilson, MA

Clinical Counselor

“I'm passionate about helping people who struggle with relationships, trusting themselves, and healing from trauma. I help clients tap into their agency, make decisions in line with their values, and create meaningful changes. I offer virtual and in-person sessions in Carlsbad Village, and am currently accepting new clients.”

About Me

I see the therapeutic relationship as the foundation for change. Creating a genuine, trusting connection with clients is central to my work. I also integrate hands-on clay work, mindfulness, meditation, and walk-and-talk sessions by the ocean for individuals seeking more experiential therapy. My work centers on helping individuals build healthier relationships with themselves and with the people in their lives, while exploring solutions around preferred directions, communication, and mutual understanding. I’m honored to walk alongside my clients during some of their most difficult moments.

Approach

I’m deeply committed to supporting individuals through periods of struggle, transition, and change. I work with a non-pathologizing approach, honoring the unique knowledge and abilities you have about your life. In my work with individuals, couples, and families, my approach is grounded in the belief we can always make different choices than our past.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Individuals
  • Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Divorce Coping

    The emotional upheaval of separation or divorce, including grief, anger, identity disruption, and the challenge of restructuring family life.

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Personality Difficulties

    Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.

  • Life Transitions

    Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.

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  • Suicidal Thoughts

    Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Clinical Counselor

    A counselor qualified to provide clinical-level mental health assessment and treatment.

Credentials

Qualifications

MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling

California State University Long Beach

Year: 2025

Service Areas

California Family Institute

In-person & Online

Costa Mesa, California

United States

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Costa Mesa, United States