Kelly McDaniel

Kelly McDaniel, LPC, NCC, CSAT, is a licensed professional counselor, author, and pioneering voice in the field of relational and attachment trauma. As the first clinician to name and define Mother Hunger, McDaniel has helped thousans of women worldwide understand the lasting impact of early maternal loss and find pathways to healing. Drawing from decades of clinical experience, research, and teaching, she specializes in helping women break free from cycles of insecure attachment, addictive relationships, and generational pain.

McDaniel is also the author of Ready to Heal: Breaking Free of Addictive Relationships and a sought-after speaker, educator, and consultant for therapists and organizations focused on women’s mental health and relational wellness. She lives in North Carolina, where she continues to write, teach, and guide others toward secure love and self-compassion.

Learn more at kellymcdanieltherapy.com.