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Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
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Kelsey McKay

Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT

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Available both in-person and online
1731 North Marcey Street Suite 510 Chicago, IL 60610
I am drawn to working with individuals, couples, and families from a holistic view. From experience with many different treatment modalities, I use a combination of theories depending on the needs and goals of the client. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Gottman Method Couples Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), and Internal Family Systems (IFS) are at the forefront of my practices, as I believe in the importance of the need for secure attachment, safety, belonging and connection. In addition to working with adults, I am also passionate about working with individual adolescents, as well as children in play therapy.
Creating and building impactful relationships is at the heart of my work. With previous work experience in customer service, as well as administrative work within a law firm, I have come to realize that working with other humans is my passion. I utilize a client-centered approach, as I believe that you are the master of what makes you, uniquely you.
I would be honored to support you through each aspect of your healing journey. It takes a lot of strength and courage to notice when something in your life needs to change. You own the ability to uncover and awaken solutions within yourself. Please email or call me directly for a free consultation and introduction.
Call or Kelsey McKay now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 773-8016

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

CFC Therapy Group

1731 North Marcey Street

Suite 510

Chicago, IL 60610 map

(708) 773-8016

Chicago, IL 60614

My website
I offer in-person sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Additionally, I offer virtual sessions any weekday.
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
Let's Connect (708) 773-8016
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

CFC Therapy Group

1731 North Marcey Street

Suite 510

Chicago, IL 60610 map

(708) 773-8016

Chicago, IL 60614

My website
I offer in-person sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Additionally, I offer virtual sessions any weekday.
$125 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $125
  • Couple Sessions $125

Payment Methods

American Express, Cash, Check, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Out of Network
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I am in network for the listed insurances. Sessions are $125 for self-pay clients.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016
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I am in network for the listed insurances. Sessions are $125 for self-pay clients.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Illinois / 208.011447 Supervised by Hillary Burr (Illinois / 149022310) Kelsey Ann McKay
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 2 years
  • Attended Attended Regis University, MA in Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2025
  • Additional Credentials

  • Membership with AAMFT 2025
  • Degree/Diploma from University of Colorado Boulder BA in Psychology / 2018
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After graduating from my undergrad, I worked in a tech start-up company within the customer service space. I also have experience with policy and advocacy at a law firm. From here, I realized that my passion was working with other people, as I am drawn to fostering meaningful relationships.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016
"
After graduating from my undergrad, I worked in a tech start-up company within the customer service space. I also have experience with policy and advocacy at a law firm. From here, I realized that my passion was working with other people, as I am drawn to fostering meaningful relationships.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Body Image
  • Caregivers
  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Divorce
  • Education and Learning Disabilities
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Infidelity
  • Life Transitions
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Mood Disorders
  • Peer Relationships
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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I prefer to utilize attachment-based and relational theories to incorporate how your learned experiences impact your life.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016
"
I prefer to utilize attachment-based and relational theories to incorporate how your learned experiences impact your life.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016

3 Endorsements

CFC Therapy Group
CFC Therapy Group
CounselorMALCPC
Kelsey is a thoughtful and talented clinician. She offers amazing insight and warmth to her clients. We are beyond thankful to have her be a part of our CFC family.
Carly Remington
Carly Remington
Marriage and Family Therapist CandidateMA MFTC
Kelsey is a fantastic therapist! Her ability to connect and build a therapeutic relationship, helping clients move toward meaningful change in a gentle manner, is one of her strongest skills.
Aiden Cox
Aiden Cox
Licensed Social WorkerLSW
Kelsey is an exceptionally empathetic clinician and a great listener. She radiates warmth, building a safe, encouraging space where clients feel comfortable opening up. I highly recommend her for youth and adults alike.

Client Focus

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Age

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

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Blind Allied
Deaf Allied
Gay Allied
HIV / AIDS Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent
Transgender Allied

Religion

Christian

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment-based
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Experiential Therapy
  • Family / Marital
  • Gottman Method
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Person-Centered
  • Play Therapy
  • Relational
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
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Everyone's experience in therapy may look a little different. I prefer to utilize attachment-based and relational theories to incorporate how your learned experiences impact your life. I will send you home with things to work on outside of session, while in session, we will dive deeper. My approach has been described as warm and authentic.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016
"
Everyone's experience in therapy may look a little different. I prefer to utilize attachment-based and relational theories to incorporate how your learned experiences impact your life. I will send you home with things to work on outside of session, while in session, we will dive deeper. My approach has been described as warm and authentic.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 773-8016

Location

Primary Location

CFC Therapy Group

1731 North Marcey Street

Suite 510

Chicago, IL 60610

(708) 773-8016

Additional Location

Chicago, IL 60614

(708) 773-8016

Group Practice

CFC Therapy Group

Nearby Areas

Counties

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I offer in-person sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Additionally, I offer virtual sessions any weekday.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 773-8016
"
I offer in-person sessions on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. Additionally, I offer virtual sessions any weekday.
Photo of Kelsey McKay, Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Kelsey McKay
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, ALMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 773-8016