Kellie E. Branch-Dircks

About Kellie

Kellie E. Branch-Dircks, MSW, LCSW

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Illinois along with 20+ other states. I obtained my Bachelors degree from Bradley University and a Masters Degree from the University of Illinois -­ Urbana. My career has included working in crisis response, community mental health, medical social work, Coordinator for Palliative Care and Advanced Care Planning, the Chicago Chapter of the ALS Association, Corrections, Geriatrics, and Equine Assisted Counseling.

 I have a private practice which includes a variety of unique treatments including: equine assisted counseling, traditional talk counseling, on-line counseling, professional in-­ service trainings and consultations, and providing mental health services for residents in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities for Home Psych Services, PC.

 My belief about therapy is that it is a resource that is benefitial to anyone who comes into the session with a desire to become the very best version of themselves possible. The journey to get their often includes healing past trauma, honesty, acknowledging difficult patterns, changes in relationships, and facing fears, but in the end the work is rewarded with empowerment, self- confidence, and hope. Each person is unique and so are their needs. I respect that and adapt treatment accordingly.

 It would by my pleasure to work with you and help you find the happiness and fulfillment you deserve.