Lisa Kelbaugh, LCMHC

Lisa Kelbaugh is a licensed clinical mental health counselor practicing in North Carolina. She brings 14 years of experience helping people address stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, and self-esteem struggles. Lisa aims to make first steps into therapy feel manageable and respectful of each person's pace.

She focuses on clear, practical work in sessions. Lisa listens first, then helps people name what matters most and build small steps forward. Conversations are kept straightforward so clients can try ideas between appointments and see what helps.

Her background includes years supporting people through major life changes, grief, career shifts, and caregiver stress. She also helps with sleep troubles, anger, ADHD-related challenges, and issues linked to adoption or family of origin. Aging and geriatric issues are included among her areas of focus.

Lisa uses familiar, evidence-informed methods to guide sessions. She draws on Attachment-Based methods, Client-Centered support, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness practices, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor work to each person. The goal is to match tools to a client’s needs rather than force a single model.

Clients meet a clinician who emphasizes practical next steps and steady support. Lisa encourages people to start small, notice what changes, and adjust plans as needed. She respects each person’s story and works at a steady, collaborative pace.

Therapeutic approaches and how they translate online

Attachment-Based work focuses on the ways relationships shape how people respond to stress and closeness. Online sessions can provide a steady space to talk through patterns and practice new ways of relating.

Client-Centered Therapy centers the person's own goals and pacing. In remote conversations the therapist follows the client's lead, reflecting concerns and helping prioritize what to try next.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Lisa will discuss what feels most useful, try methods out, and adjust the plan based on your needs and preferences. The aim is to choose approaches that fit your goals rather than sticking to a single model.

Confirm the session formats available before booking so you know how meetings will take place. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and let people check in during transition periods like work breaks or caregiving windows. It also allows for simple, regular follow-ups that help keep momentum between visits.