Kelly Theisen

Kelly is a provisionally licensed mental health practitioner and provisionally licensed alcohol and drug counselor. Kelly graduated from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2019. She went on to pursue her Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln where she graduated in 2022. Prior to private practice, Kelly worked in community mental health where she worked with adults experiencing mental health and substance use concerns. Kelly specializes in working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. Kelly utilizes motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy with a trauma-informed perspective to promote healing and change. Kelly focuses on meeting individuals where they are with acceptance, compassion, and understanding.

Kelly also offers dialectical behavioral therapy skills training for those experiencing painful emotions, destructive behaviors, and interpersonal turmoil.

Outside of work, Kelly enjoys spending time with her family, kickboxing classes, making brownies, and cheering on the Huskers!