Hey there, I’m Chelsea! I am a passionate mental health counselor who believes in the power of self-care, therapy, and connection to help you thrive.

I began my own mental health journey early in life and the biggest lesson I’ve learned is that there is a future we never imagined for ourselves, and we must never give up! There is wisdom and truth hidden within our struggles we we can uncover only if we choose to face them.

My approach revolves around the single concept of not allowing our thoughts and emotions prevent us from being who we are and what we want to achieve in this world.

I currently offer a variety of services

Psychotherapy
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I would love to work together so please feel welcome to reach out!

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  1. grumpygorman Avatar
    grumpygorman

    Great site..some really thoughtful and sincere words shared on here.. I live with dysthymia and severe depression and a lot of what I write is influenced by it as well.. intentional or not..look forward to reading more!

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you!! When someone has something they struggle with, although it’s hard, I think it’s best to use them it share with the world. Thank you for the follow!! I look forward to your posts as well!

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      1. swajithkas Avatar
        swajithkas

        Chelesea;
        I am eagerly awaiting to read your story on my this post…..

        BLESSING IN DISGUISE-IDIOMS


        Wishing you all the best………

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  2. familiarfragments Avatar
    familiarfragments

    When I recently stumbled upon your blog from the Community Pool post I knew I was in for an amazing story and downright an amazing blog. I just finished reading up the posts you have written so far and then me tell you, you are an inspiration. Reading your story and your journey thus far has been amazing as I can connect to bits and pieces. Ending each post with “Stay Chipper Friends” just melts my heart.

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you so much! I can not tell you how much your kind words have boosted my confidence about my blog. I continue to be amazed about how even though our stories are different, I am still able to connect with the words you write. Again thank you for the kind words! It means a lot!

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  3. arch03 Avatar
    arch03

    You’ve got a good one here missus, Quite real. I look forward to seeing more posts.
    All the very best
    A

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      I am just now seeing this comment! Thank you so much for the kind words! Sorry it took me so long!

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  4. jade hawkins Avatar
    jade hawkins

    Wow Chelsea this is such a moving post. I don’t really know what to say but I really wanted to say something, some posts you cant just leave without writing a comment. I guess I just want to say is good luck and keep your chin up!

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you very much! I’m just seeing this comment now! I appreciate the kind words!

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  5. theraotown Avatar
    theraotown

    I loved you about page! just followed you, looking forward to reading all your posts! Also you are very pretty! 🙂

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      I am just seeing this over a year later! Thank you so much! I will be sure to check out your blog!

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  6. Cat Avatar
    Cat

    Looking forward to following your journey… you’ll get there 🙂

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you! Somehow and someway we all will end up at the end of our journey. I’m excited to see that day, and find out what my next journey will be. Thanks for the follow! 🙂

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  7. swajithkas Avatar
    swajithkas

    Chelesea;
    First of all please accept my heartfelt congratulation for creating this wonderful blog.
    Your blog is so special for me; because, reading this page is absolutely amazing experience through this page there are two things becomes quiet visible; first; at a very early age you have gone through very much in your life; second despite of it; I can feel, I can see, I can experience your never say die, fight till finish kind of the attitude through your writing.
    Please keep it up this spirit alive;
    Wishing you all the best,,,,,,,,,,
    Whenever you have spare time please read this post; and comment on it, I am eagerly awaiting to welcome you at my blog………………

    THIS TOO SHALL PASS-PROVERB

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you for visiting! And thank you for this amazing, heartfelt comment! It means a lot to me! I just visited your blog and enjoyed going though some of your posts! Again thank you 🙂

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  8. swajithkas Avatar
    swajithkas

    Chelesea;
    I am absolutely thankful for your visit, reading and comment on my post.
    I wish, we both have many common hobby and passion and best part we both have willingness to become best blogging buddy; so, to strengthen this very delicate yet very promising friendship; from today, I have subscribed for your blog; if you will do the same; I will be more than happy; because, for me blogging is all about connecting with good friends like you.
    I wish my new friend will not disappoint me.
    Wishing you all the best………………..

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  9. swajithkas Avatar
    swajithkas

    Chelsea;
    I think you might have not read my above comment; so to draw your attention; one more time I am writing here.
    If you will subscribe to my blog it will be much more beneficial for both of us, because I mostly publish the interactive and communicative types of posts where I touch the most sensible issues of our life with most unique and ideal way so we can overcome the difficulties of our life.
    I consider my readers view very very important and in this regard; time to time, I publish post in which readers can share their stories without any constrain in mind.
    Recently, I have published this post and I know very well your life has many many stories related to the subject of my post; so, can you please help me to complete this post.
    You have stories,you have writing skill and most importantly you want to share it in front of world; so, I wish, you will immediately respond the matter in most positive manner.
    Wishing you all the best…….

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  10. If Destroyed Still True Avatar
    If Destroyed Still True

    I’m so pleased that you finding my blog has led me to reading yours. We have a little bit in common, although to a much lesser degree for me.

    You’ve not half been through the mill already so I hope things improve for you. I look forward to reading more of your posts.

    Tess x

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you! I am completely bing reading your blog. It is so much fun! I think we all go through hardships, and even if they are different, what we feel is the same. I look forward to your future posts as well…or should I say past posts 😀

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      1. If Destroyed Still True Avatar
        If Destroyed Still True

        I’m glad you’re enjoying it! x

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  11. gentlekindness Avatar
    gentlekindness

    I have nominated you for the Very Inspiring Blogger Award. You can view my post at the link below.
    https://lovelywoundedlady.wordpress.com/2015/05/15/very-inspiring-blogger-award-nominees/
    Annie ❤

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  12. eloquentdeviance Avatar
    eloquentdeviance

    I wanted to let you know that I nominated you for The Liebster Award! Wishing you luck on your journey!

    The Liebster Award!

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you! I will try to make a new post soon with it! I’m so excited! 😀

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      1. eloquentdeviance Avatar
        eloquentdeviance

        You are very welcome!

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  13. swajithkas Avatar
    swajithkas

    Congratulation to both of you…………
    Wishing you all the best………………………..

    AWARDS

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  14. Angelina Nalli Avatar
    Angelina Nalli

    Happy to be able keep in touch with you.lena.good wishes to youalso.

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Thank you Lena! I’m happy you were able to find my blog! I hope all is well, you all are in my thoughts as well.

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  15. Angelina Nalli Avatar
    Angelina Nalli

    yes chelseakay i am glad you got my note, and that you are doing well hang in thee and it wont be long before your back home here where you belong . love lenaand all .

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    Anonymous

    Chelsea, I love your blog:) You have so many positive and interesting things to say just like when we are in group. You always make me feel happy when I see or talk to you. I’m so glad I will be sticking around on your floor for my IOP. Stay positive and chipper, it rubs off on others. Kim

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  17. Rachel Avatar
    Rachel

    You’ve been through a lot but you’re doing so well! Keep up the great work, continue to inspire 🙂

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  18. Troy Bowersox Avatar
    Troy Bowersox

    Wow that’s some powerful stuff Chelsea! I’m glad you reached out to me on that comment I made. I look forward to hearing more from your blog.

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  19. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
    ChipperChelseaKay

    I am just seeing this over a year later! Thank you so much! I will be sure to check out your blog!

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  20. piezoradeon Avatar
    piezoradeon

    Wow!
    And, I thought I was a miserable person with problems!
    God! This page about you itself is inspiring as well as chilling the spine!
    I think I’ll hang around here for, umm.. As long as you write maybe?

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      hahaha thank you!! I’m happy to have you stick around! I’ll be sure to check your blog out too! 😀

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    musingsalongtheyukonriver

    Hi Chelsea, I am glad to “meet” someone else who has spent time at Cedar Ridge. I spent time there toward the end of this last year. I think God used it to save my life. I went through the partial hospitalization program, too, but had to leave early because of finances. I’m struggling through life here in rural Alaska, but I hope to one day be a totally different me through ERP. I’m glad I finally have access to the right therapy – ERP – and I hope others out there that need it can have it, too.
    Are you still using ERP daily? What is your personal recipe for success in your struggles?
    Blessings,
    ~Kristen Helmer

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      Hi Kristen, thank you for reading my post! I LOVE “meeting” others who have received treatment from Rogers! It has saved my life twice. I always recommend treatment there. When I hear someone has recieved treatment there, I feel like my Rogers family has grown beyond just the people I met during my time there. I agree, ERP is groundbreaking and lifesaving although it is so hard to follow. There are two main thoughts I remind myself when I’m struggling.
      The first is that there is no rush to become “healthy” I don’t need to get rid of my demons immediately. Slow and steady wins the race. There is no time limit. It will all come together in the end on its own time.
      The second being that just because I’m having these thoughts or feelings doesn’t mean I have to let it scare me or control me. When I experience an intrusive thought, I don’t have to listen to it. That simple realization changed my life. Although just letting the though be and not acting upon it often gives me extreme anxiety, that anxiety can’t hurt me and I can still continue my daily activities with it….at least in theory I have that option. The process of not actually letting it take over is a different story. But in the end, the fact of the matter is, just because I’m experiencing these thoughts or feelings doesn’t mean I have to stop experiencing life. I have that power to fight them. To sit with the anxiety that can’t hurt me, to allow thoughts go through my head and not have to obey the orders. Just knowing I have that choice makes it easier. Once it fully hit me how I don’t have to be slave to my thoughts, I felt in more control.

      As of now, I’m not using ERP daily. I probably should be. I feel like It should be a skill I use the rest of my life. I will be getting a new therapist when I move to go to Grad School (wherever that ends up being) When I’m searching for one, I’m going to be sure they work with ERP. I feel it is so important. I know that I will have a downfall that will take me by surprise, it is just the nature of my OCD, and being prepared with ERP will be the way to pick myself back up.

      Sorry this is so long, I’m just so happy to hear from a fellow Rogers patient! Please don’t hesitate to ever reach out to me!

      Stay Chipper!

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      1. musingsalongtheyukonriver Avatar
        musingsalongtheyukonriver

        Hi Chelsea, thanks for the reply! I really appreciate it! Please don’t worry about it being long. I like long replies. 🙂 I like what you said about being a part of the Rogers family.
        What you said about being able to take your time in getting better — it is a good reminder to me.
        It is encouraging that you are getting through schooling. After trying two times to move away to attend college and experiencing a serious breakdown both times, I classified getting a college degree as something I probably couldn’t do because of the OCD. But ERP gives me hope now. Alaska doesn’t have much in the way of proper OCD treatment. I think the therapist that I talk to by phone is the only one certified in Alaska. It would be amazing one day to be a part of helping others in Alaska with ERP treatment. I’d be curious to hear more about your schooling journey and where you hope to end up in the long run career-wise.
        I hope the move to Graduate School goes well for you. Keep fighting!
        Your journey with TS is another thing I’m curious about. Are there specific blog posts that you wrote that you recommend I read in regard to that? Have you done tic reversal therapy? I don’t have TS — just one tic, which I didn’t know was a tic for a long time because it is throat clearing. It finally made sense when some of the team at Rogers’ partial talked to me about it. I have found out some about tic reversal from my therapist. It sounds tough, but then again ERP can be tough, too, but it’s all worth it.
        I’d like to keep in touch with you. Feel free to reply to this at my email address, if that works for you: takingthehelmer@gmail.com.
        Thanks Chelsea! Take care!
        ~Kristen

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  23. moonchild Avatar
    moonchild

    My 20-year old daughter struggles with GAD and severe OCD, including intrusive and unwanted thoughts of harming others and herself, which she is able to not act on. We’ve tried so many things, but nothing helps. She’s learning to manage her symptoms even with meds, but I feel so much pain for her as I see her struggle, especially during especially stressful times. I’m a social worker and am very familiar with these mental health struggles, but watching your own child suffer is incredibly difficult. Thanks for your inspiring blog!

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    1. ChipperChelseaKay Avatar
      ChipperChelseaKay

      I am so sorry to hear of your daughter’s struggles. It is such a tough battle. My parents were a huge support in my own battle and I know it was not easy for them. They were strong when I wasn’t. They hid their tears at night so I wouldn’t see them. But their strength got me through it and I am forever grateful. I know for me, the best treatment for me was Exposure Response Prevention. I’m not sure if you guys have tried that, but it is definitely something I recommend looking at. Sending positive vibes your way. Stay Chipper!

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        moonchild

        Thanks so much for your encouragement and recommendation! My daughter is a special girl, and we’d try anything if it would help her 🙂

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