About Kelly

Kelly Ellis MFT,LMFT

Hello, I’m Kelly Ellis, a National Board-Certified and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Texas. I’m glad you’re here! I offer a warm, safe, non-judgmental space where you can be your authentic self and feel truly heard. Therapy is about creating an environment of trust and openness, where we work together to help you navigate life’s challenges and find a better path forward.  I earned my Bachelor’s in Psychology from the University of Michigan in 1994.  I continued my education at MCP Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, where I received a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy and a post -graduate in Marriage and Family Therapy.  In conjunction with graduate school I completed a four year internship at Albert Einstein Medical Center in North Philadelphia. There, I worked with diverse individuals and families, gaining experience with trauma, crisis, substance abuse, and life transitions.  After spending time teaching psychology courses in California, I moved to Austin, Texas, where I now own Plan Purpose Counseling, Inc. I see individuals, couples, and family’s in my practice, specializing in working with high achievers.  I also partner with the Flatwater Foundation to provide mental health support to cancer patients and their families.

My approach is collaborative and culturally sensitive, using models like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Family Systems, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I have a passion for helping people, particularly those navigating transitions like entering adulthood, and supporting families through chronic illness and multicultural issues.