Kelsey Shepherd, LISW, LICDC, child, teen and family therapist at Wildflower Wellness Group in Wheelersburg, Ohio

Meet your therapist

Kelsey Shepherd

LISW, LICDC

An independently licensed social worker and chemical dependency counselor working with children, adolescents, adults, and families — creating a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space to explore challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change, by telehealth only, through secure video sessions for clients anywhere in Ohio.

Telehealth only Children and teens Families and caregivers EMDR Anxiety and depression Trauma and grief
Works with
Children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and older, plus families
Sessions
Telehealth only — secure video sessions anywhere in Ohio (no in-person appointments)
Approaches
EMDR, CBT, trauma-informed and attachment-informed care

We reply within one business day

Request a telehealth appointment Call or text (740) 301-1039

In Kelsey’s words

Telehealth therapy for children, teens, adults, and families across Ohio

I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel truly heard, understood, and empowered.

My goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where children, adolescents, young adults, and families can explore challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. I work with children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and older.

I have experience supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, emotional and behavioral challenges, trauma, grief, self-esteem concerns, family conflict, school-related stressors, and major life transitions. I enjoy working collaboratively with children, families, and caregivers to develop practical tools that strengthen relationships, improve emotional regulation, and promote growth both at home and in everyday life.

My therapeutic approach is compassionate, collaborative, and individualized to each client’s unique needs. I incorporate evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, attachment-informed interventions, strengths-based practices, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). As an EMDR-trained therapist, I use this evidence-based approach to support clients in processing difficult experiences, reducing distress associated with trauma, and moving toward healing and greater emotional well-being.

Whether supporting a child, adolescent, adult, or family, I am committed to providing compassionate, client-centered care and creating a therapeutic relationship built on trust, safety, and collaboration.

Focus areas

What Kelsey helps with, and how she works

What we can work on

  • Anxiety, depression, and low mood
  • ADHD, focus, and emotional regulation
  • Emotional and behavioral challenges
  • Trauma, grief, and loss
  • Self-esteem and confidence
  • Family conflict and caregiver support
  • School-related stress and major life transitions

How I work

  • Compassionate, collaborative, and individualized care
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other evidence-based methods
  • Trauma-informed and attachment-informed practice
  • Strengths-based work that names what is already going right
  • EMDR when the past still feels present
  • Practical tools you can use at home and at school

What the letters mean

  • LISW — Licensed Independent Social Worker, meaning Kelsey is licensed to practice independently in Ohio.
  • LICDC — Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor, a separate license for treating substance use.

Also with Kelsey

EMDR therapy

Kelsey is EMDR trained and uses it to help the brain reprocess difficult experiences, so a memory can feel like something that happened rather than something you are still living through. If you are curious how it actually works, we walk through it step by step.

Learn about EMDR

Common questions

Beginning therapy with Kelsey

You do not have to explain everything perfectly before reaching out. These answers cover what working together usually looks like.

What ages does Kelsey work with?

Kelsey works with children, adolescents, and adults ages 5 and older, and she also works with families and caregivers together.

Will parents and caregivers be part of the work?

Often, yes. Kelsey enjoys working collaboratively with children, families, and caregivers to build practical tools that strengthen relationships and support growth at home and at school. How involved caregivers are is decided together, and it depends on the client’s age and goals.

Does Kelsey see clients in person?
No. Kelsey sees clients by telehealth only, through secure video sessions you can join from home or another private space anywhere in Ohio. If you would prefer in-person sessions in Wheelersburg, we can help you connect with another Wildflower clinician.
Do clients need to be in Ohio for sessions?
Yes. Kelsey is licensed in Ohio, so clients need to be physically located in Ohio at the time of each session. If you will be traveling out of state, let us know ahead of time and we can plan around it.
How does telehealth work for younger children?
Video sessions with kids look different than with adults. Sessions may be more active and play-based, use games, drawing, or movement, and are paced to fit a child’s attention span. A parent or caregiver is usually nearby at the start and end of the session and may join for part of it, depending on the child’s age and goals.
What will I need for a telehealth session?
A phone, tablet, or computer with a camera and a reliable internet connection, plus a quiet, private space where you or your child can talk freely. We will send you a secure link before your first appointment, and we are happy to walk you through it if this is your first time using video therapy.
Does Kelsey take my insurance?
Tell us your full plan name and that you would like to work with Kelsey. We will help check participation and benefits before scheduling. See fees and insurance options.

Next step

Ready when you are

Kelsey sees clients by telehealth only, through secure video sessions anywhere in Ohio. You do not need to have it all figured out before you reach out. Tell us a little about what is going on and we will help you find the right fit — with Kelsey or with one of the other clinicians.

Request a telehealth appointment Meet the whole team

Providing telehealth-only therapy anywhere in Ohio for children, teens, adults, and families — anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, grief, and family stress using EMDR, CBT, and other evidence-based approaches.