Kelley Armbruster, LISW, FAPA, is a clinical social worker specializing in the treatment of child, adolescent, adults, families and couples psychotherapy . She maintains a private practice in Mason, Ohio.
With over 18 years experience as a clinician, and a graduate of East Carolina University, Kelley specializes in mental health counseling for children adolescents and adults. She is currently serving as private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are: depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, trauma based disorders, behavioral problems with children and adolescents, ADD/ADHD evaluations, grief and loss, Bipolar disorders (problems that arise do to this diagnosis - for family members).,divorce and custody issues, and problems that arise from divorce/custody issues. Kelley also works with children who have Sensory Integration Disorder (SID) and other autism spectrum disorders.
Kelley Armbruster, LISW, FAPA is a practical, interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her treatment approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients resolve current problems and long-standing dysfunctional patterns of behavior. She draws upon a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for each client. With sensitivity and compassion, she works with each unique individual to help them build on their strengths to identify and achieve life goals.
Education
Currently working on PhD in social work and community services (Doctoral Candidate)
MSW (Master's of Social Work) from East Carolina University
B.S. from Western Illinois University
Additional Training
Play Therapy
Grief and Loss - Bereavement
Trauma
Parent Coordination
Divorce/co-parenting
High-Conflict Divorce
Anxiety
Depression
License & Certifications
Licensed as an Independent Social Worker in the State of Ohio (LISW)
Fellow of the American Psychotherapy Association (F.A.P.A.)
Board Certified Expert in Traumatic Stress(B.C.E.T.S.)
Professional Activities and Memberships
Step family Association
Employee Assistance Professionals Association
Association for Families and Conciliatory Courts
Affiliate with American Association for Marriage and Family Therapists
American Psychotherapy Association
Editorial Board Member for the Annals of the American Psychotherapy Association
The
Indiana Association for Play Therapy
Member of the Association of Play Therapy
National Association of Social Workers
National Association of Forensic Social Workers
Alternative Dispute Resolution Association
National Association of the Mentally Ill
Mental Health Association