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Shelly Wilson

Shelly Wilson, LCSW

Florida

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LCSW - Stress and Family concerns

  • CBT methods
  • ACT strategies
  • Emotion work

About Shelly

Shelly Wilson is a Florida Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 23 years of experience in clinical practice. She focuses on stress, anxiety, parenting concerns, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, and coping with life changes. Shelly works with adults who are managing heavy responsibilities and relationship strain.

Shelly uses straightforward conversation and practical steps in sessions. She listens to what matters most and helps people sort through priorities. Conversations cover real-life problems such as parenting strain, communication breakdowns, blended family issues, and emotional overwhelm.

Her approach blends evidence-based tools and supportive talk. She draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice patterns and try new behaviors. She also uses elements of Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy to address intense emotions and improve connection in relationships.

Shelly aims to help people build clear plans and small habits that reduce daily stress. Sessions may include skill practice, thought-restructuring, and check-ins on progress. She frames work in concrete steps rather than abstract theory.

She accepts clients from Florida and internationally and offers sessions in English. Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Therapeutic approaches for online sessions

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on noticing thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them. It helps people move toward chosen values and take practical steps even when emotions are strong. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses exercises and tasks to change unhelpful thinking and test new behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotion and improving distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness.

Choosing the right approach tends to be a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try a few techniques, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients and the therapist work together to find what fits the problem and lifestyle.

The biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins during breaks. Some formats remove the need for video, which can help when bandwidth or camera time is a concern. Ask about session length and modality so sessions align with daily routines.

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

Listed in

Florida

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

Shelly works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, anger, and related issues including blended family matters.

What is her therapeutic style?

She uses practical conversation with evidence-based tools. Sessions focus on skills, behavior changes, and clearer communication rather than abstract theory.

How long has she been practicing?

She has 23 years of professional clinical experience working with adults on a range of emotional and relational concerns.

What are her credentials and location?

Shelly is a Florida LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) and practices from Florida.

Does she work in languages other than English or with clients abroad?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Click the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.

Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.

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