Emily Sheely

Practical, collaborative care for stress and trauma

LCSW Florida

Experience: 3 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Trauma and abuse
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Languages: English

About Emily

Emily Sheely is a Florida-licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, addiction-related concerns, trauma, and depression. With three years of professional experience, she centers her practice on creating an accepting space where clients can share thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.

Background and approach

Emily emphasizes practical strategies and collaborative problem solving to support clients as they work toward clearer goals and healthier coping habits. Her approach blends evidence-based techniques to address both immediate distress and longer-term patterns that maintain unwanted symptoms.

Emily draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and solution-focused methods to tailor interventions to each person’s needs. She encourages clients to view therapy as an active partnership, offering guidance while honoring individual values and preferences.

Practicing in Florida, Emily meets people where they are and supports them through life transitions, chronic stressors, and recovery from difficult experiences. She aims to make the process of seeking help approachable, acknowledging that taking the first step toward change often requires courage and practical support.

Combining evidence-based approaches with online flexibility

Emily commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression through structured skill-building. She also incorporates Dialectical Behavior Therapy techniques to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills for people facing intense emotions or relationship strain.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each client to explore which methods match their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds to find the best therapeutic fit.

Online sessions are offered in multiple formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varying schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during life transitions or busy periods while keeping therapy accessible from different locations within Florida.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Emily commonly address in sessions?

She works with people experiencing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, and challenges with coping during life changes. Additional focus areas include caregiver stress, chronic pain and illness, domestic violence, mood and panic disorders, PTSD, self-harm, sexual assault and social anxiety.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Emily uses a collaborative, nonjudgmental style and applies evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy to help clients develop coping skills and practical strategies.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has three years of professional experience working with clients in clinical settings and brings that background to individualized care.

What are her credentials and where is she licensed?

Emily holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in Florida with license number FL LCSW SW23092.

Does she work with clients who speak other languages or live abroad?

She provides services in English and is not currently accepting international clients.

In what session formats can clients meet with her?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.

How are sessions priced and billed?

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

What are the steps to begin working with Emily?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an appointment based on the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Trauma and abuse Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Caregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityDomestic violenceFirst responder issuesVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disorders Panic disorder and panic attacks Post-traumatic stress Self-harmSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Solution-Focused Therapy

Experience

3+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English