In-Person in Chandler, AZ 85286
Online in Arizona
I understand that starting therapy can feel intimidating. It's normal to feel anxious about opening up to someone new or to worry about being judged for your feelings and experiences. From the very beginning, my aim is to put you at ease by creating a warm, non-judgmental space where you can safely express and explore every emotion and thought. I want therapy to be a journey of healing and discovery that feels comfortable and supportive, allowing you to grow and learn at your own pace.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Teen, Young Adult
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Experiential Therapy Involves hands-on activities to bring emotions into the present moment. It helps clients process feelings more deeply than through conversation alone.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
- Gottman Method Couples Therapy Based on decades of research, this method gives couples tools to improve communication, manage conflict, and strengthen intimacy.
- Internal Family Systems (IFS) Helps clients heal by working with different ‘parts’ of themselves, like inner critics or wounded children. It fosters harmony within the self.
- Narrative Therapy Encourages people to view problems as separate from themselves and reframe their life story. It helps build resilience and self-identity.
- Psychoeducational Therapy Provides education and coping tools about mental health conditions. It empowers clients with knowledge and practical skills.
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) Focuses on solutions and future goals rather than past problems. It is practical, short-term, and goal-driven.
Fees & Insurance
Fees
- Average Session Fee 170
- Out of Network
- Super Bills are provided for reimbursement through your insurance company. Most insurance companies that cover mental health services will reimburse session fees when you submit a Super Bill. Please contact your insurance provider to confirm reimbursement details.
Education & Credentials
Kelsey Bass MAS, LMFT
- Female
- License # LMFT-15580
- Licensed in AZ
- Practicing Since 2018
Education: I earned my Bachelor's degree in Family & Human Development as well as my Master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy both from Arizona State University. To ensure the highest quality of care, I am dedicated to ongoing professional development.
Kelsey Bass Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Chandler, AZ 85286
- Available Online for residents of Arizona
At Therapy with Kelsey, I work with individuals aged 10 and older, specializing in teens and women, as well as premarital couples. I focus on issues such as anxiety, panic attacks, trauma, grief, depression, and relationship challenges. Using therapeutic modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Internal Family Systems (IFS), I create personalized treatment plans tailored to each client’s unique needs. Committed to ongoing professional development, I strive to provide inclusive and personalized therapy, especially for the LGBTQIA+ community, helping clients navigate complex emotions and relationships with confidence and resilience.