kelsey d'amore
MS, LPC-S, RPT-S™, EMDR-Trained
co-founder
972-872-8483
populations
children (ages 3-10)
pre-teens (ages 10-14)
teens (ages 14-18)
adults (ages 18+)
specializations
aggression/anger
attachment/relationship concerns
attachment-based trauma
childhood trauma
family system concerns
family transitions
grief/loss
life transitions
parenting support/concerns
perfectionism
sex/intimacy concerns
Hello! I'm glad you're here. It's an honor to be a part of someone's growth process. I aim to provide a warm, genuine, non-judgmental environment in sessions. I value creating a safe space where clients can experience acceptance and support as they navigate stress and concerns. I believe healing and growth are possible for everyone regardless of their struggle, and that therapy is a collaborative process between a therapist and a client.
I use attachment-based and somatic interventions, as well as EMDR, to decrease symptoms and improve life satisfaction. My hope is to provide education, connection, and understanding to empower clients to take control of their life and re-connect to their body in order to experience embodiment and joy. My co-therapists, Bowser and Noodle, are always a bright spot for clients when sitting with hard feelings.
When I am not working, I enjoy traveling, working out, spending time outside, spending time with my dogs, family, and friends, reading, and attending one of my many book clubs. As an ex-collegiate soccer athlete, I always make time to sweat each day. I am passionate about Harry Potter, dogs, music, and all things mental health!
I wrote and published a children's book in December of 2023 about my sweet therapy pup, Stabler, who died unexpectedly. I wanted to honor his memory by allowing him to continue his "work" of helping people, with the hope of providing a resource for parents and children to talk about grief and loss. Check it out on amazon!
licensing and certifications
licensed professional counselor - supervisor (LPC #76360)
registered play therapist- supervisor (RPT-S™)
emdr trained
somatic experiencing®️ (in training to be an SE Practitioner)
education
masters of science in counseling from southern methodist university
bachelors of arts in psychology from austin college
bachelors of arts in political science from austin college
fees
in network with UnitedHealthcare
private pay $165/session
publications
2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Nominated a "Mom Approved" Wellness Professional for Play Therapy in DFWChild Magazine
2023 What the Feels Podcast: Percy Jackson with Kelsey D'Amore
2023 Bold Journey Interview
https://boldjourney.com/news/meet-kelsey-damore/
2023 What the Feels Podcast: Harry Potter with Kelsey D'Amore
2020 Interview with DFW Child Magazine
2019 Interview with Voyage Dallas Magazine
http://voyagedallas.com/interview/meet-kelsey-damore-connect-thrive-plano/