What to Expect from Therapy with Dr. Kelly Caver
Evidence-Based
I provide evidence-based therapy, choosing techniques that research shows are more likely to be effective for your problem. I primarily use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT). CBT and ACT can help you better understand your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors and make changes to feel better and reach your goals. In treatment, we’ll work on identifying and changing unhelpful actions, learning to relate differently to your thoughts and feelings so they’re not as powerful, and I’ll teach you valuable skills. I offer exposure and response prevention (ERP/EXRP), an effective type of CBT for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), fears, and anxiety.
Telehealth
With telehealth, you can conveniently engage in therapy without having to commute to an office. You’ll need a private location with an internet connection and a device capable of videoconferencing (ideally a laptop, desktop, or tablet). Research has demonstrated that online therapy is just as effective as in-person psychotherapy. You must be located in Washington state at the time of our sessions, or the service I can provide to you may be limited or prohibited.
Culturally Informed
I practice cultural humility – a lifelong commitment to understanding my own and my clients’ cultural identities, privileges, and experiences of oppression. I regularly educate myself on the experiences of those who hold different identities than I do. We’ll integrate your cultural identities, values, and strengths into our therapy. I am LGBTQ+ affirming and often treat individuals going through gender transitions. I’m happy to provide letters in support of gender-affirming medical care to my current clients.
Collaborative and Goal-Oriented
The style of therapy I provide is collaborative, goal-oriented, and active. We’ll work together to identify your treatment goals based on your problems, circumstances, values, and strengths. We will tailor your treatment to your unique goals. I take an active approach and encourage skill practice outside of the session. We’ll work together to help you to create meaningful change.
Length of Therapy
The length of our treatment is flexible based on your goals and needs. Some clients experience significant benefits after a few months of weekly therapy, while others benefit from longer-term treatment to address multiple goals or more complex needs. I recommend weekly appointments for all clients initially to actively work toward their goals.
Therapy for Adults
I treat individual adults 18+ in Washington state who are experiencing concerns within my expertise, e.g., anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), sleep issues, and life stress and transitions, and are motivated to have goal-oriented therapy that often includes skill practice outside of our sessions. I do not provide couples or family therapy. I do not treat children or adolescents 17 or younger.