I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Idaho, with eight years of experience as a therapist and a total of approximately thirteen years in mental health settings, working with children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my practice, I have addressed a diverse range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, communication challenges, parenting issues, anger management, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder in children.
My counseling approach is warm, interactive, and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I believe in treating all clients with respect, compassion, and understanding. My therapeutic modalities include play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, choice theory, solution-focused strategies, and, when appropriate, bilateral stimulation and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is attainable, specific to your needs, and time-sensitive.
My primary goal is to provide the best possible support for my clients. I understand that seeking help is a courageous step, and I am here to provide the support and encouragement you need as you navigate the challenges in your life.
If you are ready to take this step, please know that I am here to assist you.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Autism and Asperger Syndrome, Blended family issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain, illness, and disability, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with natural or human-caused disaster, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD), Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Intellectual disability, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Mood disorders, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Clinical approaches: Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy
ID LCSW LCSW - 39692
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I've only been on betterhelp and seen Shelly for a couple months, but the experience has already been transformative. She has helped me navigate some incredibly difficult life situations and transitions in those months and also learn how to proactively address negative behavioral patterns that lead to poor outcomes. I'm learning new skills and strategies that have deepened introspection and helped me develop a stronger sense of wellbeing, self-control and confidence as I continue to navigate some of my life's greatest challenges. I'm deeply grateful to have Shelly as my ally through this process. She and betterhelp are literally an answer to my prayers.
Written on Feb 18, 2025 after therapy with Shelly for 3 months on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
she is the family ive never had and allways wanted. just in 2 sessions my entire life has changed for the better positive
Written on Aug 10, 2024 after therapy with Shelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
She is excellent for me, she gets me and i need that, i am very free to talk to her and she responds quickly and efficiently
Written on Jun 19, 2024 after therapy with Shelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Attentive and shares relevant materials to help outside our session
Written on Jun 13, 2024 after therapy with Shelly for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, and self esteem
Shelly has been wonderful. She is a great listener, very empathetic, and is great at providing resources for healing and growth. She has helped me a lot.
Written on Jul 10, 2021 after therapy with Shelly for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
I really do appreciate Shelly, she listened as well as giving good advice. I know that she has helped me get some of my issues a little better in control and her expertise in so many different field is just what I needed.
Written on May 08, 2021 after therapy with Shelly for 2 months on issues concerning grief, parenting issues, self esteem, and adhd