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Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Kelly Rao

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Chattanooga, TN 37412
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Do you have so much on your mind that your daily life feels disrupted by what's spinning around in your head? Talk to me about what's up there; I want to listen and help you figure it out. Or maybe you're seeking to heal yourself or feel better in some way and it's time you give yourself the space and time that you need and deserve. My name is Kelly, and my desire to provide counseling and therapy began with a passionate desire to actively listen and help you feel validated and heard. I will feel honored to create a supportive space for you to experience the relief, balance, healing, comfort or growth that you're looking for.
I have worked extensively in mental health treatment facilities as well as in the addiction recovery field and am knowledgeable and passionate about helping individuals who struggle with any mental health diagnosis or the disease of addiction. I also enjoy working with individuals who are discovering underlying ADHD symptoms and are learning to manage them.
Call or Kelly Rao now for a free 15 minute consultation - (423) 561-3350 x120

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Elu Counseling, Consulting and Coaching

Chattanooga, TN 37412

(423) 561-3350 x120
My website
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Addiction and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Elu Counseling, Consulting and Coaching

Chattanooga, TN 37412

(423) 561-3350 x120
My website
I specialize in Mood Disorders, Addiction and Life Transitions 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Magellan
  • MultiPlan
  • MultiPlan Private Healthcare Systems (PHCS)
  • Optum
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Self-pay options available
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Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120
"
Self-pay options available
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Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Tennessee / 9467 Kelly Rao
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 14 years
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Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (423) 561-3350 x120
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (423) 561-3350 x120

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Mood Disorders
  • Addiction
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Grief
  • Parenting
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
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I have extensive experience working in inpatient mental health hospitals as well as an outpatient addiction treatment facility.
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120
"
I have extensive experience working in inpatient mental health hospitals as well as an outpatient addiction treatment facility.
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120

Endorsement

Emily J Dungey
Emily J Dungey
CounselorLCPCLPCMHSPLMHCCSATCPTT
Kelly is a knowledgeable, kind and compassionate therapist. She is eager to work with clients who are ready to engage with therapy to dive into their lives together.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Family Systems
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (423) 561-3350 x120
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (423) 561-3350 x120

Groups

Location

Primary Location

Elu Counseling, Consulting and Coaching

Chattanooga, TN 37412

(423) 561-3350 x120
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120
Photo of Kelly Rao, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Kelly Rao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Call for a free consultation now - (423) 561-3350 x120