Dr. Anthony Kelley, LMFT

Texas · 16 years in practice

Dr. Anthony Kelley is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 16 years of clinical experience.

License and registration

LMFT, Texas: 205458 · expires July 2026
LMFT, South Carolina: 8225 · expires August 2027
LMFT, Florida: MT5479 · expires March 2027
NPI: 1750112736 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 16
Languages: English

Details are as listed on the therapist's public professional profile. You can check the license with the issuing state board, and the NPI with the national registry.

About Anthony

Dr. Anthony Kelley is a licensed marriage and family therapist with 16 years of clinical experience. He worked previously as a U.S.

Army chaplain and brings that background into thoughtful, practical care. He practices in Florida and conducts sessions in English. Dr.

Kelley aims to create a respectful, sensitive space where people can talk through painful memories and relationship strain. He uses clear, straightforward conversation to help clients recognize patterns and decide on next steps.

Background and approach

Many clients come for help with trauma, grief, self-esteem, and relationship concerns. His approach leans on Emotionally-Focused Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy to look at how emotions and bonds shape behavior. He also draws on Client-Centered methods and EMDR for trauma-related work when appropriate.

He adapts his style to each person instead of following a rigid script. Sessions focus on practical change and emotional understanding. Dr.

Kelley helps clients name difficult emotions, practice new ways of connecting, and try small changes between sessions. He pays attention to stressors like caregiving, chronic illness, or grief that can make coping harder. Starting therapy with him involves straightforward steps and a collaborative plan.

He emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while helping people move toward clearer goals and more manageable day-to-day routines.

Focus areas and approaches

Everything Anthony lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Abandonment
Attachment issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
First responder issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Personality disorders
Post-traumatic stress
Traumatic brain injury
Workplace issues

Approaches Anthony names

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Online support

How emotion-focused and attachment work translate to online therapy

Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on identifying and shifting strong emotions that shape relationship patterns. Online EFT sessions help clients notice their emotional responses, name them, and practice new ways of connecting or responding during real-life moments. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early bonds influence current reactions and safety in relationships. Through conversation and guided reflection, the therapist helps clients recognize attachment patterns and experiment with different ways of relating to others. Dr. Kelley also uses Client-Centered Therapy which emphasizes listening, empathy, and following the client's pace. That approach supports people who need steady, accepting feedback while they work through tough feelings.

Choosing the right approach is part of therapy. The therapist and client talk about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide whether emotion-focused work, attachment exploration, or a more client-led pace is best and adjust over time. Online formats make this work more accessible. Video calls allow face-to-face interaction and visual cues. Phone sessions can fit a busy day or when video isn't convenient. Live chat and text-based messaging let clients check in between sessions, do brief check-ups, or use shorter, focused exchanges when that suits their schedule. These options help people keep therapy consistent and flexible to real life.

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Questions people ask

What kinds of concerns does he address?

He works with people facing relationship strain, family stress, trauma and abuse, grief, and self-esteem struggles. Additional focus areas include attachment problems, abandonment, infidelity, and caregiver stress.

What is his therapeutic style like?

He uses a direct, respectful approach that centers emotions and relationship patterns. Sessions blend talk-based work with practical steps to try between meetings.

How long has he practiced?

He has 16 years of clinical experience, and previously served as a U.S. Army chaplain. That background informs his calm, structured work with trauma and crisis reactions.

What are his credentials and where does he practice?

He is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, credentialed as SC LMFT and FL LMFT, and practices in Florida. Sessions are provided in English.

Can I work with him from another country?

He does not accept international clients. Sessions are available to people located where his licensure permits practice.

What session formats are offered?

He offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide options that fit different schedules and needs.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the sign-up process.

What are the first steps to begin?

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