Shell Freeman

(LCSW, MSW)

About Me

I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist licensed in Michigan with over 7 years of experience working as a mental health therapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD , Borderline Personality Disorder and Mood Disorders. I am also experienced in assisting people who have experienced physical trauma , emotional abuse and the difficulties of navigating the LGBTQ "coming out process".

My therapeutic style is genuine and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy , psychodynamic and rational-emotive . I am experienced in developing adaptable treatment plans to meet unique and specific needs, I believe in collaborative work with clients where we both find solutions and answers that are meaningful.
It takes courage and strength and to seek a life worth living and take the first steps towards change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you with both acceptance and guidance.

I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

  • Stress, Anxiety
  • LGBT
  • Relationship issues
  • Family conflicts
  • Self esteem
Also experienced in:
Addictions , Trauma and abuse , Grief , Intimacy-related issues , Eating disorders , Parenting issues , Anger management , Career difficulties , Bipolar disorder , Depression , Coaching , ADHD , Attachment Issues , Blended Family Issues , Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 5

Services Offered


  • Messaging

  • Live Chat

  • Phone

  • Video

Licensing

LMSW #6801107854 (Expires: 2024-04-30)

Reviews

Written by M.I. on Jun 10, 2021 after counseling with Shell for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

Shell is a wonderful listener and give advice that simultaneously offers things from her perspective but also helps to highlight the reasons for my own. I feel safe talking to her, like she is able to hear me and understand me, which helps me to open up and be receptive to her counsel overall.

Written by T.H. on Jun 08, 2021 after counseling with Shell for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Mrs. Freeman always responds to the journals that I send to her when I feel there is something to go off of.

Written by S.H. on May 28, 2021 after counseling with Shell for 4 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief

I look forward to my meetings with Shell every week. She really listens to detail on what I say or do not say, and she always knows what to say at the perfect time. She has helped me tremendously with all the ups and downs in my life and has been there through so much. I am so grateful for Shell!

Written by P.H. on May 01, 2021 after counseling with Shell for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues

I absolutely LOVE talking to Shell. She views me as more than a client or a patient. Nad she definitely makes me feel comfortable and safe to open up and share. She's AMAZING.

Written by C.O. on Jan 30, 2021 after counseling with Shell for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

She is amazing and really listens to what you are saying. She makes you feel comfortable right from the start and gives it to you straight....very good at what she does!

Written by F.A. on Dec 24, 2020 after counseling with Shell for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, and coping with life changes

Shell is a brilliant and intuitive counsellor. It is clear that she knows what she’s talking about and always knows how to approach an issue. I feel safe and comfortable talking to her, which is uncommon for me. I would highly recommend

Written by N.I. on Nov 03, 2020 after counseling with Shell for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and adhd

Full to the brim with empathy, warmness and compassion. Very approachable, with counselling methodology geared towards not only problem solving but also improving the general level of wellbeing! Has helped me tremendously in overcoming hurdles and achieving goals!