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Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz, LPC

Experienced Virginia LPC for stress and mood support
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Parenting and family issues
  • Life transitions and mood

About Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz

Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Virginia with 12 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people navigate stress, anxiety, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, depression, and the adjustments that come with life changes.

She works to create an open and nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be shared freely. Her approach centers on collaboration, helping each person identify practical ways to cope and build resilience while honoring individual values and family dynamics.

Kelly recognizes that beginning therapy requires courage and she affirms that first step. As a Virginia LPC, she brings years of experience to support clients through parenting and family concerns, mood-related conditions, and transitions that affect daily life.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changes

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careBlended family issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveWomen's issues

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz have?

Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz has 12 years of professional experience in counseling.

Is Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPC credential. License details: VA LPC 0701006345.

In which languages does Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz provide therapy?

Kelly provides therapy in English.

Where is Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz located?

Kelly is located in Virginia.

How can I work with Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz as my therapist?

You can work with Kelly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz work with international clients?

No. Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelly Carpenter-Ortiz 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 that helps 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.

Could Online Therapy Be a Good Fit for You?

Many people wonder whether meeting with a therapist remotely can make a meaningful difference. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and navigating life changes - online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.

One of the main benefits is flexibility. Individuals can choose the format that fits their routine and comfort level, whether that is video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to maintain consistency and integrate support into a busy life.

Licensed professionals provide care in these formats, and clients can change therapists if they would like a different fit. For people balancing work, family, or other responsibilities, online therapy offers a practical option to access skilled therapists without sacrificing continuity of care.

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