Work with Shellany Cushner (LCSW) - BetterHelp Online Therapist

About Me

I am so glad you are taking the time to read my introduction. I am a Licensed psychotherapist, in the State of Oregon, Wyoming, and Utah. I graduated from the University of Nevada in 1999 with my Master’s Degree specializing in behavioral and cognitive therapy. I started practicing in Orange County California and moved back to my home state of Oregon in 2003. I have over 19 years of experience working as a clinical psychotherapist and I took a short sabbatical to care for my family. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, career challenges, grief, pain management, sleeping difficulties, Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder (ADHD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. In addition, I have treated people with Addiction Difficulties.

Specialties

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Depression

Also experienced in:
Addictions , LGBT , Family conflicts , Sleeping disorders , Anger management , Self esteem , Bipolar disorder , Compassion fatigue , ADHD , Abandonment , Aging and Geriatric Issues , Attachment Issues , Caregiver Issues and Stress , Chronic Pain Illness and Disability , Codependency , Commitment Issues , Communication Problems , Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster , Dependent Personality , Divorce and Separation , Emptiness , Family of Origin Issues , Family Problems , Fatherhood Issues , First Responder Issues , Forgiveness , Gender Dysphoria , Guilt and Shame , Hospice and End of Life Counseling , Impulsivity , Infidelity , Isolation/Loneliness , Jealousy , Life Purpose , Men's Issues , Midlife Crisis , Military and Veterans Issues , Mood Disorders , Multicultural Concerns , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD , Panic Disorder and Panic Attacks , Phobias , Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships , Postpartum Depression , Post-traumatic Stress , Pregnancy and Childbirth , Prejudice and Discrimination , Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) , Self-Love , Sexual Assault and Abuse , Smoking/Vaping Cessation , Social Anxiety and Phobia , Women's Issues , Workplace Issues , Young Adult Issues Read more...

Clinical approaches:
Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy

Years of Experience: 19

Services Offered

Messaging
Phone
Video

Licensing

LCSW #L7698 (Expires: 2024-03-30)

LCSW #LCSW-1381 (Expires: 2024-02-06)

LCSW #12860232-3501 (Expires: 2024-09-30)

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Shellany Cushner. 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.

Written by N.O. on Aug 03, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

My therapist is knowledgeable in helping me identify PTSD & the different symptoms and behaviours that I have been experiencing over life stressors. I like the way she does an end of session review of of the session. Each session she has suggestions on ways I can improve my choices during triggering events. Shellany has been my therapist for about less than 6 months and during that time I have developed effective coping strategies that have improved my mental & physical health faster than the several years of doing self care. I appreciate the post session work sheets she provides me.
I have been impressed with the quality of sessions with her.

Written by R.A. on Jul 06, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue

Shellany is the most incredible therapist I have ever had. I not only feel heard, but understood, in a completely judgement-free atmosphere. She has been gently helping me through the tough process of healing from trauma, and I can't thank her enough for what she has done for me.

Written by N.I. on Jul 05, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 4 months on issues concerning intimacy-related issues, and adhd

Really appreciate her understanding and knowledge

Written by L.O. on Jun 11, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

I feel very comfortable with her

Written by M.I. on Jun 10, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes

Shellany is a very knowledgeable and kind therapist . She gives a rational yet insightful voice to major issues plaguing my personal life.

Written by J.E. on May 25, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue

Shellany is very caring and easy to talk to. I have appreciated my sessions with her very much.

Written by N.I. on May 04, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and compassion fatigue

Shelly exceeded my expectations and provided me with invaluable tools for coping with my past/present/future. 10/10 would recommend!

Written by M.A. on May 03, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and trauma and abuse

Shellany is a calming presence and very easy to talk to and her expertise and professionalism shows in all of our interactions.

Written by M.E. on Apr 23, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and grief

Shellany is very knowledgeable and understanding.

Written by D.U. on Apr 01, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and adhd

This has been a tremendous help. I suffer from things that will prevent me from actually driving to a physical address for therapy. So the fact that I can get online from the comfort of my home to get real help is nothing short of amazing.

Written by A.N. on Jan 04, 2022 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting issues, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and adhd

I trust that Shellany's experience backing her knowledge is a great combo in a therapist!

Written by K.E. on Dec 31, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and self esteem

Shellany is amazing! She is relatable and kind. She sends helpful material for coping too.

Written by C.A. on Dec 19, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, career difficulties, and compassion fatigue

Shellany is so compassionate and understanding and I am able to talk candidly with her about what I am going through.

Written by A.N. on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes

She has been great. Easy to speak with.

Written by V.A. on Oct 23, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and career difficulties

I have met with her 2 or 3 times so far so good , i like her and she is very nice

Written by A.N. on Oct 10, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, and sleeping disorders

Shellany is wonderful! She’s super helpful and very pleasant to talk to.

Written by J.O. on Oct 09, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and anger management

Shellany has been a great support to me. Her suggestions and worksheets have been informative and helpful. Her acknowledgment of my feelings felt very affirming. Thank you!

Written by T.H. on Sep 30, 2021 after therapy with Shellany for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, grief, sleeping disorders, and self esteem

Shellany Cushner is incredible. I am so blessed to have her as my therapist.

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