Kelly Stever, LMHC

I am an independently licensed mental health clinician. I hold a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from Bridgewater State University and a Bachelors Degree in Philosophy and Human Rights from Trinity College in Hartford, CT. 

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I am deeply troubled by the power inequities in our world and see the therapeutic space as a place where these inequities can be acknowledged, examined, and challenged. I strongly advocate against the stigmatization of mental health issues and addiction and work to educate and empower affected individuals. I am particularly experienced with systemic oppression affecting women, low-income individuals, individuals with a history of addiction, DCF, or legal involvement.

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I believe mindfulness practices like meditation and yoga transform individuals and communities and create a more peaceful, just, and joyful world. I have chosen to prioritize my continuing education in these areas with the indispensable help of Lynn Koerbel and Brown University's Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Program, Ling Beisecker and The Boston Center for Contemplative Practice,  and Alesiana Ra, founder of Gods at Play Kundalini Yoga Training Initiation.

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I spent the first ten years of my career in community counseling where I have had the privilege of working with countless individuals during some of the most difficult times in their life. When I reflect on those experiences, I am struck by the incredible resilience of the human spirit and the deeply inspiring heroism of individuals choosing to live with courage, compassion, and grace in the face of unimaginable suffering. 

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I offer sincere and heartfelt thanks to my family, educators, and mentors for so generously sharing their gifts, love, and patience so that I could do this work. And to my amazing clients, who inspire me everyday.

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