- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Chelsea
Chelsea Edwards is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) licensed in Connecticut and Georgia with eight years of clinical experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship and family concerns, parenting, self-esteem, trauma and abuse, grief, and issues that come up during life changes. Chelsea also lists work around blended family issues and other family-related topics.
Chelsea learned about family systems while studying psychology and completed a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. Her early work included group home settings and in-home therapy with adolescents and young adults, and later work with adults in outpatient and community settings. That background informs how she looks at people in relation to their families and environments.
In sessions she uses practical, direct approaches. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, mindfulness, narrative techniques, and solution-focused work. Conversations often include identifying unhelpful patterns, learning new skills, and planning small steps that fit day-to-day life.
Chelsea describes her style as interactive and encouraging. She aims to be patient and respectful, and to avoid stigmatizing labels. For someone managing the stresses of blended households, co-parenting questions, or shifting roles after a separation, she focuses on clear strategies and steady support.
She offers work that pays attention to family of origin issues, attachment and abandonment concerns, caregiver stress, and practical communication problems. Before booking, confirm the current session options and scheduling details.
How Chelsea uses evidence-based approaches online
CBT, or Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, focuses on recognizing unhelpful thoughts and trying practical experiments to change behavior and mood. It is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems.Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It can help when emotional reactivity or conflict gets in the way of daily routines or relationships.
Mindfulness therapy encourages brief, present-moment practices and awareness skills that reduce reactivity and improve focus. These practices pair well with CBT and DBT for everyday stress and parenting pressures.
Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the work. Chelsea will discuss goals and preferences and together identify which methods to try first. That collaborative process shapes a plan that fits the person’s situation and what they want to change.
Confirm the available session formats before booking. The practical benefit of online work is fitting sessions into a busy life - shorter check-ins, reduced travel, and the ability to schedule around work or caregiving. Many people find this helpful for keeping momentum while trying new skills and testing strategies in real time.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
Connecticut, Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
Chelsea works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family issues, parenting challenges, grief, trauma and related topics. She also lists blended family issues among her focus areas.
How would she describe her approach in sessions?
Her style combines practical skills and conversation. She uses CBT, DBT, mindfulness, narrative and solution-focused techniques to identify patterns and try small changes.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has eight years of experience working in group homes, in-home settings, outpatient services, and community-based work with adolescents and adults.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is an LMFT licensed in Connecticut and Georgia and practices from Georgia.
Can sessions be conducted in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with clients outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What do I need to do to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.