I am an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience working in the clinical field. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults from a variety of backgrounds.
My mission is to help individuals on their journey towards wholeness and healing. The greatest reward as a therapist I receive is to empower my clients to find their strengths and move their lives in the direction they desire. I believe in a holistic approach to health; that all components of ones' life are interrelated. I strive to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can be themselves without fear of rejection.
Areas of interest and expertise include helping individuals with depression, anxiety, self-esteem, relationship concerns, divorce care, women’s issues, spiritual issues, life and work stress, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and life transitions.
I have earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Olivet Nazarene University, a Masters in Social Work from Governor’s State University; and a PhD in Health Psychology from Walden University.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Compassion fatigue, ADHD
IL LCSW 149.018912
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Dr. Stephanie Shelton. 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.
Dr. Shelton has been very patient, and understanding. She has never been judgmental nor rude. She is always interested and willing to help with any problem or issues you are having. I have spoke with a few therapist over the years on my past problems but never seem to be able to have someone who's wanted to truly listen and advise the proper way to cope and handle them. Dr. Shelton has and does, and it's been a tremendous relief in helping me through a very difficult time.
Written on May 01, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I like that she helps to make sure my thoughts are understood.
Written on Apr 15, 2020 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Dr. Shelton is a great listener, very peaceful, and full of great advice. I definitely feel that I have benefited from working with her. Thank you for what you do! You really make a difference.
Written on Oct 14, 2019 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Stephanie is excellent!
Written on Jul 31, 2019 after therapy with Stephanie for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues