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Psychodynamic psychotherapy based on psychoanalytical self psychology training.

Hi my name is Shelby and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who has been working with clients for the last 6 years! I love working with couples to work through their communication and relationship struggles. I love working with individuals to work through their daily life stressors and help them find their path to fulfillment.

I specialize in working with adolescents and their families. In my experience as a parent, a mental health counselor and a retired school counselor, I've come to love and appreciate the uniqueness of this age. There are specific challenges and demands that can make this a challenging and difficult time for you, so let's find ways to navigate them together.

I am a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with over nine years of professional experience in crisis management/inpatient psychiatric treatment and outpatient care. Since earning my MS in Mental Health Counseling, I have committed to providing evidence-based therapeutic interventions to individuals facing a wide range of challenges to include depression, anxiety, eating disorders, as well as major life transitions.

I regularly work with individuals facing a variety of life's diverse challenges including anxiety/ panic, family-of-origin concerns, depression, maternal mental health, transition to parenthood, trauma, grief/ loss, sexual issues, and career related concerns. I also have a specialization in sex and relationship therapy. Please note, I do not provide couple or family therapy services on insurance as these forms of therapy are not recognized by insurances. If you'd like couple or family services, I provide out of network services and can also provide a sliding scale based on your income/ genuine financial need.

My clients are often seeking a combination of clarity, coping skills, and in general -- more ease and happiness in their daily life. I also have a unique specialization in "relationship therapy for one" where we unpack what might be keeping you stuck or unhappy when it comes to your overall relationship health/ satisfaction.

I have been a licensed therapist for over a decade and received my training at state of the art educational institutes including Syracuse University and other hospital and outpatient centers across NY and Manhattan. I have also sought out ongoing participation in professional clinical consultation groups with some of the most influential therapists and thought leaders of our time. These varied and diverse professional training experiences enable me to provide the best possible care to each client I serve. In addition, I also provide training and mentorship for new therapists looking to specialize in sex and relationship health.

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I'm a trauma-informed therapist in New York and Florida who works specifically with moms of explosive boys. My training is rooted in understanding the nervous system — which means I work beneath the behavior, not just at the surface of it. I'm not going to hand you a sticker chart or tell you to pick your battles. I understand what you're actually dealing with — and I take it seriously.

Maybe you're struggling with something that happened years ago, navigating a difficult season of life, or watching your child struggle and aren't sure how to help. I work with children, teens, and adults who want to feel understood and make meaningful change. Together, we'll slow things down, make sense of what's happening, and build practical tools for moving forward—at a pace that feels manageable.