I am licensed in Kentucky with 4, going on 5 years, of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes, as well as with clients with severe traumatic experiences, and also of various backgrounds, gender identifications, sexual orientations, etc. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Professional experience
5 yrs in practice
Stress, AnxietyTrauma, AbuseSelf esteem, MotivationDepressionCoping with life changes
Additional areas of focus:Abandonment, Attachment issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Mood disorders, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Addis Shepherd. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Addis is an excellent listener and incredibly friendly.
Written on Dec 28, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue
Great
Written on Dec 08, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and anger management
Addis is a considerate, caring, and thoughtful individual. I always enjoy my sessions with him and would recommend him.
Written on Dec 01, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, and parenting issues
Thank you for being there and listening
Written on Oct 24, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, and anger management
Addis has really helped me a lot and is a very caring individual. Having someone to talk to and open up to has really helped my mental health a lot.
Written on Sep 24, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes
Addis Shepherd is empathetic, intelligent, and provides an environment that facilitates productive discussions without judgement. Anyone seeking assistance with processing complex items, and in need of someone who just 'gets it', would benefit from his knowledge and experience.
Written on Sep 01, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 1 year and 5 months on issues concerning depression, anger management, compassion fatigue, and adhd
He does a good job!
Written on Aug 10, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks
Very polite and willing to listen and help me get through this hard time in my life
Written on Mar 23, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes
Addis is awesome! We've been working together for a few months now and it has helped a lot. More than just me, but those closest to me have commented on the difference they're seeing. Would recommend him and Betterhelp to anyone!
Written on Feb 14, 2025 after therapy with Addis for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
I've only had one session with Addis so far. It was a great experience and look forward to more. He checks on me and it makes me feel like I'm not alone. I'm confident this is going to be a life changing experience!
Written on Dec 19, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management
a good therapist.
Written on Nov 12, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self esteem, anger management, and bipolar disorder
Very mindful and listens actively
Written on Sep 02, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
He does a great job in listening and understanding give advice.
Written on Jun 08, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Listens and understands willing to help
Written on Jun 07, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and adhd
He’s been absolutely awesome very easy to talk too and layed back and i do think he’s a very good fit
Written on Jun 06, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, anger management, coaching, and adhd
Very personable and open
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, anger management, coping with life changes, and adhd
Addis is a great listener and cares about his patients. Very kind and understanding.
Written on May 15, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and addictions
I appreciate the kindness and insight offered to me. It is refreshing and feels very safe.
Written on Feb 07, 2024 after therapy with Addis for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
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