Dr. Anthony Kelley, LMFT

Dr. Anthony Kelley is a licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT) with 16 years of clinical experience. He is a retired U.S. Army chaplain who now practices in Florida. He works with people facing relationship strain, trauma, grief, and self-esteem struggles, and he aims to meet clients where they are without judgment.

He uses an approach shaped by his background supporting people through intense life challenges. Sessions are focused on respectful, sensitive conversation that addresses the issues you bring. He emphasizes listening first, then tailoring a plan to your situation instead of offering a one-size-fits-all program.

Dr. Kelley describes therapy as a collaborative process. He draws on methods that target attachment wounds, emotional patterns in relationships, and traumatic memories. When trauma is central, he may incorporate approaches designed to process distressing memories in a paced way.

People often come for help after a loss, a breakup, or changes in family roles. He also works with those dealing with chronic illness, caregiver stress, first responder experiences, and struggles with control, guilt, or forgiveness. The focus is practical - clearer communication, reduced reactivity, and a stronger sense of purpose.

Expect direct conversation about what matters most to you and steps you can try between sessions. Dr. Kelley supports people through gradual change, tracking progress and adjusting the plan as needs shift.

Therapeutic approaches and how they work online

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on patterns in close relationships. It helps people identify how early bonds affect current trust, closeness, and communication, and it aims to create safer ways of relating to others. Client-Centered Therapy puts the client's experience at the center of sessions. The therapist follows the client's lead, offering empathy and reflection to help people clarify their feelings and goals. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) targets emotional patterns in partnerships and close relationships. It helps people name difficult emotions, change negative cycles, and build stronger connections.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and what feels most helpful. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan based on how the client responds.

Confirm the available session formats before booking, since the biography does not list specific delivery methods. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also lets people connect from different locations within the therapist's region. The focus in sessions remains the same: clear communication, processing strong emotions, and practicing new ways of relating that carry into everyday life.