Meet the Team in Florida

Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Deborah Kelly
Deborah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with Empower Psychotherapy, bringing over 17 years of clinical experience to her practice. Specializing in anxiety, depression, trauma, and complex relationship challenges, she helps adults build self-awareness and healthier connections.
Based in Florida, she is dedicated to providing high-quality, accessible telehealth therapy designed to empower each individual's personal growth and healing journey.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor
James Emory Welch
With over three decades of clinical and leadership experience, James provides a high-level perspective to mental health care at Empower Psychotherapy. As a former Behavioral Health CEO and Director, he combines 20 years of systems expertise with a dedicated telehealth practice.
Licensed in Florida and Alaska, he helps clients achieve meaningful growth and professional clarity through secure online therapy.

Licensed Professional Counselor
Rachel Hayes
Rachel provides compassionate, evidence-based telehealth therapy specializing in complex recovery. With extensive experience in eating disorders, addictions, and trauma (PTSD/family trauma), she utilizes specialized tools including EMDR, Brainspotting, and DBT to foster deep healing.
Whether clients are navigating relationship struggles or seeking specialized trauma-focused care, she offers a secure, personalized space for growth and recovery across Arizona and beyond.
