Bring to the surface the light that lives within you.
Kelsey Backes, M.Ed., LMHC, LPC, Registered Play Therapist
My goal is to create a safe and productive environment for you, your child, or your teen to begin the healing and growing process. You have taken the first step by seeking information on counseling and l would be honored to join you.
To Shed Light
My purpose at Illume is to be a helping hand and meet you where you are in life’s journey, to further enlightenment and empower growth. I am happy you are here.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Therapist in Florida, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas, and a Registered Play Therapist. My therapeutic approach is integrative, which means that I pull from different counseling methodologies to tailor the process to what is the best fit for you. I use methods such as, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered, Attachment Theory, Play Therapy, and Family Systems.
I have experience working with people of all ages in the contexts of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-harming behaviors, adjustment struggles, self-identity and self-worth, anger, grief, maladaptive patterns and behaviors, eating disorders, domestic violence, and family dynamics.