Founder and CEO

Kelly Huggins

I am Kelly Huggins, founder and CEO of Creating Space Therapy. I started this practice with a clear intention to build a space where people feel safe, seen, and supported. What began as a small practice has grown into a steadily expanding group practice grounded in compassion, inclusion, and thoughtful care.

Experience and Leadership

Mentorship

Training & Consultation

Working Together

About me

I bring nearly twenty years of experience as a therapist into everything I do. Over the past five years as a practice owner, I have focused on building a sustainable business that honors both clients and clinicians. My leadership is shaped by lived clinical experience, real-world systems building, and a deep respect for the human stories behind the work.

My background includes extensive clinical work with individuals navigating trauma, grief, and major life transitions. That experience informs how I lead teams, mentor clinicians, and consult with organizations. I understand what it means to hold emotional weight while also managing responsibility, growth, and decision-making.

I have completed a Certificate in Nonprofit Business Leadership from the University of Notre Dame, which strengthened my systems-level thinking and ethical leadership skills. I also completed the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program, where I refined my approach to sustainable growth, financial clarity, and values-driven leadership. These experiences allow me to bridge clinical insight with practical business strategy.

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Education & Experience

Degree

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Licensure

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Training

Internal Family Systems

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Polyvagal-informed Somatic Therapy

Certifications

EMDRIA EMDR Certified

Certified Grief Counseling Specialist

Certified Clinical Trauma Professional

Certified Art Healer

Trauma-Informed Leadership and Workplace Wellness

I work with leaders and organizations who want healthier workplaces, not just higher productivity. My focus is on trauma-informed leadership and workplace wellness that is practical, grounded, and realistic. I help leaders understand how stress, burnout, and unprocessed trauma impact teams and systems.

My approach supports psychological safety, clear boundaries, and nervous system awareness in leadership roles. This work helps organizations reduce turnover, improve communication, and support staff wellbeing. It is especially helpful in fields with high emotional labor and chronic stress.

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Grief-Affirming Support for Schools and Communities

I support schools and communities navigating grief, loss, and collective stress. My work helps educators and leaders respond with steadiness rather than urgency or avoidance. I focus on normalizing grief while offering tools that support resilience and connection.

This work is grounded in the belief that grief is a human experience, not a problem to fix. Through training and consultation, I help systems create space for grief while maintaining structure and care. The goal is stronger communities that feel supported rather than isolated.

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Mentorship for Private Practice Owners

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Interested in working together?

I partner with people and organizations who value depth, integrity, and meaningful change. Whether through mentorship, consultation, or speaking, my work supports leaders who want to show up with clarity and care. The focus is practical growth rooted in compassion.

If you are seeking collaboration, training, or mentorship, I welcome the opportunity to connect. My work is designed to support sustainable leadership and resilient communities. The goal is lasting impact that honors the human experience.

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