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Kimberly O'Day

Kimberly O'Day

LCSW, CSW

Colorado

Practical, person-centered support to build change

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW, CSW
License
LCSW, Colorado / CSW.09923915
Experience
15 years
Languages
English
Location
Colorado

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    • Strengths focused
    • Motivation oriented
    • Skill based

    About Kimberly

    Kimberly O'Day is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 15 years of experience in community mental health. She served in the Army and lived in Germany before settling in Colorado. Kimberly also volunteers at an equine rescue and rehab and holds a certificate in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.

    She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, and depression. She also supports those coping with addictions and people facing LGBTQ related concerns and self-esteem struggles. Kimberly draws on straightforward, person-centered ways of working and practical skills to help people move forward.

    Kimberly uses Motivational Interviewing techniques to explore readiness for change and build motivation. She combines that with Client-Centered approaches to make space for each person's priorities and with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy strategies to teach concrete tools for mood and behavior management.

    Her work often addresses complicated family of origin issues, blended family concerns, codependency, and communication problems. She also has experience with first responder and veteran and armed forces issues, workplace stress, and post-traumatic stress challenges.

    Kimberly believes people are the experts on their own stories and that small steps add up. She aims to help clients find clarity, boost confidence, and set realistic goals they can act on. Taking the first step can feel hard, and she recognizes the courage it takes to begin.

  1. How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

    Kimberly integrates Motivational Interviewing to help people explore their readiness for change and strengthen their own reasons for taking steps forward. This approach focuses on listening, asking open questions, and guiding people toward their values and goals.

    She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which emphasizes an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the client's priorities lead the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify unhelpful thinking and teach practical skills for mood and behavior management, such as thought records and behavioral experiments.

    Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. Kimberly will work with each person to decide which approaches fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts methods over time based on progress and feedback.

    If you are considering online therapy, confirm the session formats available before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, and let people practice new skills in their everyday routine. Licensed professionals can use the same therapeutic tools online as in person, while adapting exercises and homework to your situation.
  2. Areas of expertise

    Additional focus areas

    Blended family issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPost-traumatic stressWorkplace issues

    Therapeutic approaches

    Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational Interviewing

    Experience

    15+ years

    Listed in

    Colorado

    Languages

    English

  3. Frequently asked questions

    What kinds of concerns does Kimberly help with?

    She works with stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions and also addresses LGBTQ related concerns, self-esteem, and motivation.

    How would you describe her therapeutic style?

    Her approach is collaborative and practical, using Motivational Interviewing, client-centered listening, and skills from CBT and DBT to help people set and reach goals.

    What is her professional background?

    She has over 15 years of social work experience, served in the Army, and volunteers at an equine rescue; she also holds a certificate in Equine Assisted Psychotherapy.

    Where is she based and what are her credentials?

    She is licensed in Colorado and lists credentials as LCSW and CSW.

    Which languages are supported in sessions?

    Sessions are offered in English.

    Can international clients work with her?

    She does not accept international clients at this time.

    How are sessions priced?

    Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I begin working with Kimberly?

    Click the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  4. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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