Chelsey Flohe, LCSW
Veteran LCSW guiding life transitions
- Trauma and grief
- Stress and anxiety
- Chronic illness advocacy
About Chelsey Flohe
Chelsey Flohe frames therapy as a choice to move forward and gain greater self-understanding rather than a label for being "screwed up." She approaches each person with respect and an emphasis on empowerment, helping individuals identify practical changes they want to make and supporting them through the process.
Chelsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or LCSW, which denotes advanced training and licensure to provide mental health therapy. She holds licenses in both Virginia and California and brings more than 22 years of clinical experience across civilian, military, and hospital settings. As a proud female Veteran, she has particular experience supporting people through stress, transitions, and challenges tied to military life and related services.
Her background includes work as a transplant social worker, which shaped a commitment to advocating for people with chronic illness and addressing health inequities and social justice concerns. Chelsey combines that advocacy with clinical focus areas such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, while also addressing related topics like caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, and end-of-life concerns.
She balances support with challenge, partnering with clients to work through what brought them to therapy and helping them find forward movement. Chelsey remains dedicated to walking alongside people as they navigate difficult transitions and pursue meaningful change.
Chelsey is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, or LCSW, which denotes advanced training and licensure to provide mental health therapy. She holds licenses in both Virginia and California and brings more than 22 years of clinical experience across civilian, military, and hospital settings. As a proud female Veteran, she has particular experience supporting people through stress, transitions, and challenges tied to military life and related services.
Her background includes work as a transplant social worker, which shaped a commitment to advocating for people with chronic illness and addressing health inequities and social justice concerns. Chelsey combines that advocacy with clinical focus areas such as stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, depression, and coping with life changes, while also addressing related topics like caregiver stress, blended family dynamics, and end-of-life concerns.
She balances support with challenge, partnering with clients to work through what brought them to therapy and helping them find forward movement. Chelsey remains dedicated to walking alongside people as they navigate difficult transitions and pursue meaningful change.
Areas of Expertise
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesHospice and end-of-life counselingIntellectual disabilityVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injury
Therapeutic Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Chelsey Flohe have?
Chelsey Flohe has 22 years of clinical experience.
Is Chelsey Flohe a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LCSW credential. License details are CA LCSW 24072 and VA LCSW 0904011356.
In which languages does Chelsey Flohe provide therapy?
Chelsey Flohe provides therapy in English.
Where is Chelsey Flohe located?
Chelsey Flohe is located in Virginia.
How can I work with Chelsey Flohe as my therapist?
You can work with Chelsey Flohe through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Chelsey Flohe work with international clients?
Chelsey Flohe does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Chelsey Flohe cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical skills to manage symptoms such as anxiety and depression. It uses structured tools and exercises that fit well into remote sessions and homework between meetings.
Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing traumatic experiences and reducing their ongoing impact. This approach offers strategies to manage trauma-related reactions and supports gradual healing, making it applicable for people coping with abuse, loss, or service-related trauma.
Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented style that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change. It is useful for addressing behaviors related to health, substance use, or major life adjustments by fostering intrinsic motivation.
Choosing the right method is part of the therapeutic journey. Chelsey works collaboratively with each person to determine which approaches best match their goals, needs, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility for different schedules, mobility needs, and comfort levels. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions, caregiving responsibilities, or chronic health concerns while still engaging with licensed professionals and therapists who guide treatment.