Kelly Vander Woude believes that no single chapter defines us—not our pain, not our grief, not the roles we've played or the losses we've endured. He helps clients explore the complete picture of who they are: complex, capable, and more than the challenging moments they've survived.
Whether you're facing loss, navigating spiritual questions, struggling with anxiety, or feeling stuck in transition, Kelly offers a grounded, compassionate space to show up fully—pain, joy, questions, and all. His approach is calm and steady, shaped by decades of experience guiding people through life's most challenging seasons.
Clients who work with Kelly often describe him as thoughtful, sincere, and genuinely present. He draws from his background as a pastor, police chaplain, and Prepare/Enrich facilitator, bringing deep relational insight and care into each session. His counseling style is reflective, honest, and grounded in the belief that healing occurs when we feel safe enough to be authentic.
Services Offered
At Foundations Counseling, Kelly supports individuals, couples, teens, and families through:
- Individual Counseling
- Grief & Loss Support
- Couples & Premarital Counseling
- Faith and Spirituality Work
- Life Transitions and End-of-Life Counseling
- Child & Teen Emotional Support
Professional Background
Kelly holds a Master of Divinity from Fuller Theological Seminary and a Bachelor of Arts in Criminal Justice from Washington State University. He is currently completing his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Calvin Theological Seminary and practices as a clinical counseling intern under the supervision of professionals.
He is an ordained minister in the Christian Reformed Church of North America and has served as a pastor for many years, currently leading a church in Fort Collins. Before shifting into counseling, Kelly spent years in ministry, law enforcement chaplaincy, and youth mentoring. He has over 15 years of experience as a Prepare/Enrich facilitator and spent four years as a police chaplain in Iowa.
Kelly draws from both personal and professional transitions to support his clients—people walking through grief, spiritual exploration, relational disconnect, or simply trying to figure out what's next. His approach integrates:
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Grief and Loss Counseling
- Prepare/Enrich Relationship Tools
- Spiritual and Faith-Based Counseling
- Narrative Exploration
Outside the office, Kelly enjoys making homemade bacon and sausage, spending time with his family, and reflecting on the beautiful and unpredictable turns life can take.
Kelly's Specialties
Individual Counseling
- Grief & Loss
- Anxiety & Depression
- Life Transitions
- Men's Issues
- Anger Management
- Faith and Spiritual Growth
- Online Therapy
Marriage & Couples Counseling
- Communication & Conflict
- Premarital Counseling
- Grief within Relationships
- Online Therapy
Child & Teen Counseling
- Emotional Expression
- Grief Support
- Behavior and School Concerns
- Online Counseling
Christian Counseling
- Faith Exploration
- Spiritual Doubt & Growth
- End-of-Life Faith Support
- Online Therapy
Start Your Journey with Kelly Vander Woude
If you're navigating grief, spiritual questions, or life transitions that don't come with a precise map, Kelly offers a space where you can be yourself. With calm presence, deep listening, and lived experience, he helps clients process what's heavy, rediscover what still matters, and move forward with clarity. Whether you're questioning, healing, or searching for hope, Kelly is here to walk that path with you.
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