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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 concerns

  • attachment/relationship concerns

  • childhood & attachment-based trauma

  • chronic pain/autoimmune disorders

  • family system concerns

  • 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 work with clients of all ages, from as young as three through late adulthood. I find that most clients and parents are insightful and aware of what is causing distress and concern, but there may be a barrier in integrating this knowledge with the body and nervous system. When clients are able to hold space for insight, emotion, and connect to their bodies, that is when healing happens.


I use attachment-based interventions, Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, psycho-education, and/or play therapy 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 loved ones (including my dogs), reading, and attending one of my many book clubs. As an ex-collegiate soccer athlete, I always make time to move and sweat each day. I am passionate about Harry Potter, dogs, fiction books, 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!



kelsey d'amore

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 $175/session


publications

  • 2025 The Millenial Life Podcast: Healing Trauma and the Nervous System with Kelsey D'Amore

  • 2024 Voyage Dallas Magazine "Inspiring Conversations" Interview

  • 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Nominated a "Mom Approved" Wellness Professional for Play Therapy in DFWChild Magazine

  • 2024 What the Feels Podcast: Live Show Episode of "The Tortured Poets Department" with Kelsey D'Amore and Katie Dunham

  • 2023 What the Feels Podcast: Percy Jackson with Kelsey D'Amore

  • 2023 Bold Journey Interview

  • 2023 What the Feels Podcast: Harry Potter with Kelsey D'Amore

  • 2020 DFW Child Magazine Article: How To Help Your Child Deal with a Traumatic Situation

  • 2019 Voyage Dallas Magazine: Meet Kelsey D'Amore


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 (972) 872-8498

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