Take the first step toward a brighter future with Renee Kelly, LMSW, a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist. Specializing in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), suicide prevention, substance use, and childhood trauma, Renee provides the support and guidance needed to overcome life’s challenges and build resilience.

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Renee Kelly, LMSW

Psychotherapist

Renee Kelly is a licensed psychotherapist at East Point Medical PC, with years of experience helping individuals from vulnerable populations navigate mental health challenges. With a Master’s in Social Work from Fordham University, Renee has honed her skills in evidence-based practices and is passionate about making a positive impact in the mental health field.

Renee is deeply committed to empowering her clients, ensuring that they leave each session with a more positive outlook and the tools to navigate life’s obstacles. Her expertise includes cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), suicide assessment and prevention, substance use treatment, and childhood trauma.

Top Specialties:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Suicide Assessment & Prevention
  • Substance Use Disorder Treatment
  • Childhood Trauma & Emotional Healing
  • Empowerment & Resilience Building
  • Mental Health Education & Advocacy

Throughout her career, Renee has focused on creating a supportive, safe environment where clients can address their challenges, gain insight, and take meaningful steps toward healing and growth. She works collaboratively with her clients to help them feel understood, valued, and capable of achieving their goals.

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Personal Philosophy or Approach

Renee’s therapeutic approach is centered around empowerment, healing, and creating lasting positive change. She believes in the importance of providing a safe space where clients feel heard, supported, and encouraged to work through their challenges. Renee uses evidence-based practices like CBT to help individuals recognize negative thought patterns and replace them with healthier coping strategies, fostering emotional resilience and personal growth.

With her training in suicide prevention and substance use disorder treatment, Renee ensures that her clients receive tailored care to meet their specific needs. She is particularly passionate about working with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, as she understands the deep impact early experiences can have on mental health.

Therapeutic Modalities:

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Trauma-Informed Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Crisis Intervention & Suicide Prevention
  • Strength-Based Approaches

Renee believes that therapy is a collaborative process, where clients are empowered to take control of their journey toward healing. By focusing on strengths and practical solutions, she helps individuals develop the tools they need to build a more positive and fulfilling future.

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Insurances Accepted & Appointment Information

Renee is committed to making therapy accessible to a wide range of clients and accepts several insurance providers, including:

  • 1199SEIU
  • Aetna
  • Amerigroup
  • Beacon Health Options | Carelon
  • Blue Cross/Blue Shield
  • CDPHP
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • EmblemHealth
  • Empire BlueCross BlueShield
  • Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
  • Fidelis
  • GHI
  • HealthFirst
  • HIP | Health Plan of New York
  • Medicaid
  • Medicare
  • MetroPlus Health Plan
  • NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

If you’re ready to take control of your mental health and work toward lasting change, Renee is here to help. Schedule an appointment today and begin your journey toward healing and empowerment.

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