Chelsea Bailey, MS, LAC

Hello — I’m Chelsea Bailey, a Licensed Associate Counselor (LAC) providing online/virtual therapy to clients across Arizona, with a focus on individuals, couples, and families in and around Tucson. I specialize in relational and trauma-informed therapy, supporting clients through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, self-esteem concerns, and complex emotional and relationship patterns. 

I bring a warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental approach to therapy. My goal is to help clients deepen self-understanding, strengthen relationships, and build healthier ways of relating to themselves and others. 

Chelsea at a Glance 

I work best with: 

• Couples and families seeking deeper connection and healthier communication • Individuals navigating relationship concerns, boundaries, and intimacy • Clients experiencing anxiety or depression 
• Individuals with OCD, using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) • Clients impacted by trauma or grief 
• Individuals navigating borderline personality disorder (BPD) or intense emotional patterns 
• Clients working on self-esteem, body image, and intuitive eating

I offer: 

• Virtual therapy in Arizona 
• Online counseling for clients in Tucson and surrounding areas 

My Approach to Therapy 

When you begin therapy with me — through online therapy — my goal is to create a space that feels safe, affirming, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when clients feel supported in exploring both present challenges and deeper emotional patterns. 

My approach is relational and trauma-informed, blending evidence-based strategies with depth-oriented work. Therapy with me is active and reflective — we focus on understanding patterns, strengthening emotional regulation, and building skills that support meaningful change. 

Clients often describe our work together as grounding, insightful, and empowering. 

Couples, Family, & Sex Therapy 

I have a strong passion for working with couples and families, helping them improve communication, rebuild trust, and navigate conflict in healthier ways. I also provide sex therapy, supporting individuals and couples around intimacy, desire, boundaries, and sexual well-being in a respectful and inclusive environment. 

My work is affirming and non-shaming, recognizing that conversations about intimacy and relationships require safety, openness, and care. 

OCD, ERP & Emotional Regulation 

I work with clients experiencing obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), a gold-standard, evidence-based approach. ERP helps clients reduce the intensity and impact of obsessions and compulsions while building confidence and resilience. 

I also support clients navigating emotional intensity, identity concerns, and relational challenges associated with borderline personality disorder (BPD), using a compassionate, structured, and skills-focused approach. 

Clinical Focus & Areas of Support 

My areas of focus include:

• Couples and family therapy 
• Individual therapy 
• Sex therapy 
• OCD and ERP 
• Trauma and grief 
• Anxiety and depression 
• Self-esteem and intuitive eating 
• Boundary setting and relationship repair 
• Borderline personality disorder 

I tailor therapy to each client, recognizing that healing looks different for everyone and often involves both insight and practical skill-building. 

Therapeutic Approaches I Use 

I integrate a range of evidence-based and depth-oriented modalities, including: • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) 

• Trauma-Informed Care 
• Inner Child Work 
• Shadow Work 
• Relational and attachment-based approaches 

I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and a Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional, and I bring these perspectives into therapy in a grounded, respectful way. 

Online Therapy for Arizona & Tucson 

I provide secure online therapy for clients across Arizona, including those living in Tucson.  Virtual therapy allows flexibility while maintaining depth, consistency, and meaningful connection. As a virtual therapist, I work intentionally to ensure sessions feel supportive, engaged, and effective.

My Philosophy 

I believe therapy is a space for growth, self-discovery, and connection. Healing happens when people feel safe enough to explore difficult experiences and empowered enough to create change.  My role is to support you with compassion, curiosity, and respect throughout that process. 

If you’re looking for a virtual therapist in Arizona, particularly in the Tucson area, who works thoughtfully with individuals, couples, and families around relationships, trauma, OCD, and intimacy, I would be honored to work with you. 

Therapy can be a powerful step toward deeper connection — with yourself and with others.