Clinical Expertise Paired with Human Warmth

Hi, I’m Erin Kelly, MA, LMFT. I am an individual therapist providing structured, evidence-based care to help you overcome barriers, process trauma, and build practical habits for a more balanced life. 

An Approach Rooted in Science and Styled for Real Life 

Many people come to therapy looking for more than just a place to vent. They want to understand why they feel the way they do, and they want actionable strategies to change it. My practice is designed to provide exactly that. 

As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing individual therapy, I look at your challenges through a systemic lens. This means we don’t just examine your thoughts in isolation, but also look at how your environment, relationships, and history impact your daily well-being. 

I believe that therapy is an active partnership. In our sessions, you will find a direct, warm, and highly collaborative environment. We will work together at a pace that feels safe for you, using structured roadmaps that demystify the healing process and turn complex clinical concepts into practical, everyday tools. 

Advanced Training in Evidence-Based Care 

Because I believe you deserve care that is scientifically proven to work, I have committed my career to pursuing rigorous, advanced training in gold-standard behavioral therapies. Rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach, I rely on highly structured protocols and tailor them directly to your unique life and goals. 

My primary clinical frameworks and specialized training backgrounds include: 

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  Focused on identifying unhelpful thought patterns while actively implementing concrete behavior changes—such as shifting daily habits and actions—to effectively break cycles of stress and anxiety. 

• Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills
  I am intensively trained in DBT through Behavioral Tech (the premier training organization founded by Marsha Linehan). I have completed numerous advanced-level DBT trainings and have participated in extensive hours of past DBT-specific clinical consultation. I integrate these frameworks into individual therapy to target deficits in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. 

• Prolonged Exposure (PE) for PTSD
  I am a Certified Prolonged Exposure Therapist. As a gold-standard treatment for PTSD, this highly effective protocol allows us to gently and safely process trauma-related memories so they lose their grip on your present-day life. 

• Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD
  I have completed extensive, multi-hour specialized training in ERP, the gold-standard behavioral treatment for OCD. To ensure ongoing clinical precision, I participate in continuous, specialized ERP and PE clinical consultation. 

Education, Licensing, & Regional Accessibility 

I have been practicing in the mental health field since 2005 and have been licensed since 2008. To better serve individuals across the Pacific Northwest and beyond, I hold active MFT licenses in four states, offering broad regional accessibility for remote clients alongside localized care. 

• Multi-State Licensure: Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Washington (WA), California (CA), Idaho (ID), and Oregon (OR). 

• Graduate Education: Master of Arts (MA) in Psychology with an emphasis on Marriage and Family Therapy — Phillips Graduate Institute 

• Undergraduate Education: Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology — Occidental College 

How We Can Work Together

I operate a hybrid practice designed to fit seamlessly into your life. Whether you prefer the convenience of virtual sessions or the grounded nature of meeting face-to-face, we can accommodate your needs. 

• Telehealth: Available to individuals living anywhere across California, Washington, Idaho, and Oregon. 

• In-Person Sessions: Available at my physical office located in Spokane, Washington. 

• Practice Model: I operate a private-pay (out-of-network) practice. I can provide you with a monthly superbill if you wish to seek out-of-network reimbursement from your insurance provider. 

Outside the Therapy Office 

While I am deeply passionate about clinical psychology and behavioral science, I am also a human being who values a balanced life. When I am not working with clients, I love spending time with my family and immersing myself in the rhythm of the Pacific Northwest. You can usually find me walking in nature, practicing wildlife photography, or planning and building my vegetable garden. At home, I enjoy tending to my chickens and spending time in the kitchen cooking for the people I love. 

You don't have to navigate your struggles alone, and you don't have to guess at how to get better. Let's build a practical path forward together.