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Shelly Wilson

Calm, collaborative, compassionate therapy

LCSW Florida

Experience
23 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Family, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages
English
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About Shelly

Shelly Wilson brings more than two decades of clinical social work experience to her practice in Florida. As an LCSW she focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship difficulties.

Background and approach

She emphasizes respectful, sensitive care and works to tailor conversations and treatment plans to each client's individual needs and circumstances. Shelly draws on practical, evidence-informed methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy while also incorporating acceptance-based and emotion-focused strategies when appropriate.

Her background includes work with parenting and family concerns as well as a range of additional focuses from intimacy and communication problems to compassion fatigue and panic-related issues. Clients who want a collaborative approach that balances skills-based techniques with empathic listening may find her style a good fit.

Approaches for Online Support and Skill Building



Shelly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients recognize and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can be useful for anxiety, depression, panic-related issues, and anger. She also draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to support people in clarifying values and building psychological flexibility when coping with stress, grief, or life transitions. Additionally, client-centered principles guide sessions so that conversations remain grounded in empathy, validation, and the client's own goals.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shelly discusses therapeutic options with each person, assessing goals and preferences and adjusting methods as treatment progresses to find what works best for the individual's situation.

Online therapy with Shelly is offered through a mix of video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more accessible and adaptable to busy lives. These formats allow for regular check-ins, skill practice between sessions, and flexibility in scheduling so clients can engage in therapy in ways that fit their routine.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does she address?
Shelly works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and relationship and intimacy-related issues among other concerns. Her scope also includes parenting, compassion fatigue, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She combines practical, skills-oriented methods with empathic, client-centered listening. The approach emphasizes collaboration and tailoring strategies to each person's needs.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Shelly has 23 years of professional experience in social work and clinical practice, supporting clients through a wide range of emotional and relational challenges.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) practicing in Florida. Her license is listed as FL LCSW SW10273.
Can she work with people outside the United States?
Yes, she accepts international clients and can provide services to people located outside the U.S.
In what session formats does she offer therapy?
Sessions can be conducted via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What should someone do to begin working with her?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepression

Also works with

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Antisocial personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDissociationDomestic violenceFamily problemsForgivenessIntellectual disabilityLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Imago Relationship TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Florida

Languages

English