Kay Ibarra , LPC

Kay Ibarra is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has provided therapeutic care since 1992. She began her career licensed in California, maintained a license in Louisiana for several years, and has served as an LPC in Georgia since 2002. In Georgia she is also a Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor, a qualification that enables her to mentor and oversee other counselors. Over nearly three decades Kay has worked in community behavioral health settings and maintained a private practice, bringing experience with both systems of care and individual client needs.

When the COVID-19 pandemic prompted a shift to virtual work, Kay adopted online methods and found that many clients appreciated meeting from home and scheduling sessions at times that fit their lives. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns, including abuse and trauma, depression, stress and anxiety, co-occurring issues, family conflicts, life transitions, low self-esteem and confidence, communication difficulties, addictions, grief, parenting challenges, and sleep problems. She also supports people coping with bipolar disorder, ADHD, caregiving stress, and other complex situations.

Kay creates a validating, nonjudgmental environment and emphasizes client growth and well-being. She uses a variety of therapeutic methods - including Cognitive Behavioral approaches, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, client-centered work, trauma-focused techniques, mindfulness, solution-focused strategies, and existential perspectives - tailoring interventions to each person’s needs. She aims to help clients move toward greater peace and satisfaction in their lives and welcomes the opportunity to work collaboratively on that path.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care with Kay Ibarra

Kay integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) into her online practice. ACT focuses on helping people clarify their values and take meaningful action despite difficult thoughts or feelings - it is useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a compassionate, nonjudgmental relationship in which the therapist follows the client's lead and supports self-discovery and personal growth - it can be especially helpful for building self-esteem and improving relationships. CBT offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns, making it effective for depression, stress, and many anxiety-related concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the process, and Kay collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts methods over time to match what is most helpful for the client.

Online therapy with Kay is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provides flexibility for scheduling and allows therapy to fit into busy lives. These options make it easier for people to attend sessions from home, work, or while traveling, and to choose the format that feels most comfortable for them while working with a licensed professional.