Kay Ibarra

Kay Ibarra, LPC, helps people facing big life changes and daily stresses find steadiness and clearer direction. She listens without judgment and creates a calm space where people can talk about anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting strain, relationship and family issues, grief, addiction concerns, and struggles with self-esteem. Her approach is practical and down to earth, focused on what is most helpful in a person’s life right now.

Kay has worked as a licensed therapist since 1992 and has been an LPC in Georgia since 2002. She has experience in community behavioral health and in private practice. Over the years she has supported people through career changes, divorce and separation, caregiver stress, fertility and family of origin concerns, and co-occurring conditions such as bipolar and substance issues.

In session she uses a variety of methods to match each person’s needs. She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people clarify values and take committed steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. Client-Centered work and Emotionally-Focused ideas help people feel heard and understood.

Kay began offering virtual sessions during the COVID pandemic and found many clients liked the convenience and flexibility. She aims to work collaboratively, helping people set goals and practice skills between sessions. Her goal is to help clients move toward greater peace and more satisfying daily life.

People who choose Kay can expect straightforward talk, practical strategies, and a steady presence through life transitions and ongoing concerns.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online work

Kay uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice what matters to them, accept difficult feelings, and take small steps toward a chosen life. ACT can be useful for coping with life changes, anxiety, and feelings of emptiness.

She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and to build concrete skills for managing mood, sleep, and stress. CBT often includes short exercises and practice tasks between sessions to support change.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and suggest methods that fit those needs. Clients and the therapist decide together what to try and adjust the plan over time.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm which session formats are currently offered before you book. Many people appreciate the flexibility of virtual sessions because they can fit appointments into work breaks, reduce travel time, and keep therapy consistent during life transitions. Online work also makes it easier to use brief skill-checks, review homework, and practice techniques in everyday settings.