Addis Shepherd

Therapeutic clarity with practical tools

LPCC Kentucky

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Addis

Addis Shepherd is a licensed professional counselor (LPCC) based in Kentucky who blends practical, evidence-informed strategies with a client-centered perspective.

Background and approach

He draws on approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors, while also incorporating emotion-focused and dialectical skills when strong emotions or relationship patterns are central concerns. With five years of professional experience, he has supported people working through stress, anxiety, depression, and the fallout from traumatic experiences.

Shepherd emphasizes each person’s strengths and lived knowledge of their own story, aiming to collaborate on realistic, stepwise changes that feel manageable. His practice addresses a range of concerns including self-esteem, coping with life changes, panic and mood disorders, and relationship-related issues like attachment and communication difficulties.

He also works with issues such as guilt, shame, isolation, and questions of purpose. Clients can expect a supportive, respectful stance that honors diverse backgrounds and identities while applying methods tailored to the presenting problem.

Shepherd recognizes that beginning therapy takes courage and focuses on creating a clear path forward that fits an individual’s goals and pace.

Therapeutic approaches and online care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing alternative behaviors; it is commonly used for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related concerns. Client-Centered Therapy centers the client's perspective, emphasizing empathy and collaboration so that goals emerge from the person’s strengths and values. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds practical skills for managing intense emotions and improving interpersonal effectiveness, which can be useful for mood and impulse-related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process; the therapist will explore goals, preferences, and the problem areas together to select or combine methods that fit the client’s needs. That collaborative stance helps tailor interventions and adjust strategies as progress is made.

Online therapy with this clinician is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase flexibility and accessibility. These formats allow work to continue from different locations and provide options for people who prefer brief check-ins, scheduled conversations, or written interaction, making it easier to fit therapy into a busy life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist focus on?

Addis Shepherd works with issues such as stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and coping with life changes, along with related concerns like panic, mood disorders, and isolation.

What is the therapist's general approach or style?

The approach blends client-centered listening with evidence-informed techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to match the method to the problem.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

He has five years of professional experience working with people facing anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.

What credentials and location should I know about?

The clinician holds the credential LPCC and is licensed in Kentucky with KY LPCC 275079.

Are sessions offered in languages other than English or to international clients?

Sessions are provided in English, and international clients are not currently accepted.

Which session formats are available for remote counseling?

Clients may work using video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging according to therapist availability.

How is cost handled for sessions?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the steps to begin working together?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationForgivenessGuilt and shame Isolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stressSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Kentucky

Languages

English