Kelly Young (she/her) firmly believes there is no wrong way to be creative and expressing yourself is a beautifully unique process. Each of us are the authors of our own stories, seeking out what we find meaningful and fulfilling; however, despite our careful planning, our stories can still take unexpected turns. All authors sometimes need support in reclaiming their voices and guiding their story in their desired direction.

When Kelly is not at work, you can usually find her reading fantasy novels, playing video games and board games, making art, or snuggling her cats.

Training and Education

Kelly graduated from Lesley University’s low residency program in 2024, where she earned a Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Drama Therapy. In 2020, she graduated from Washington College with a Bachelor of Arts in Human Development and Theatre along with a minor in Psychology. Throughout her educational journey, Kelly has completed multiple internships in different settings, including Creative Psychological Health Services, Barrier-Free, Church Hill Theatre, and The Lourie Center for Children’s Social and Emotional Wellness. When she is not a Creative Psychological Health Services, Kelly also works at Barrier-Free—a non-profit providing programming and community for adults with disabilities—in their Life and Social Skills Studio, expressive arts classes, and Inclusive Theatre Companies. She remains an active member of her graduate alma mater’s Dis/ability Research Lab working to make drama therapy more accessible for practitioners, students, and clients with disabilities. Most recently, Kelly earned her PDA-affirming provider status after completing level 1 training with PDA North America.

Supervisor: Stephanie Miller, LCPC, RPT

Therapeutic Approach

Using a neuro-affirming and strengths-based approach, Kelly aims to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where clients of all ages can explore their story through the expressive arts. No prior experience with art or theatre is necessary to engage with drama therapy or the expressive arts—just a willingness to explore, play, and maybe get a little silly. Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, and the activities used in our sessions will be tailored to each client’s specific goals and preferences.

Positionality Statement

Kelly is a white, queer, cisgender, neurodiverse, and chronically ill and disabled human. At all times, she strives to be culturally humble, engage in the ongoing process of learning and unlearning, and commit to honoring every client’s authentic self and intersectional cultural background.