Shelbie D Shawn

Life is like being in the wilderness. It can be dark and scary; It can confuse and overwhelm you. It can make you feel lost or even like you’re fighting for survival. But what if you created a fire and fought to survive? As a therapist, I want to help you find that fire within. I want to give you the tools you need to survive and ultimately thrive. I want to walk in that wilderness with you until you reach your goals of transformation. I believe that two heads are better than one and that with trust, connection, and the right tools we can thrive in the wilderness despite its darkness, dangers, and unknowns. I have experience working with a wide range of clients (children–geriatrics) struggling with a variety of presenting problems. My certificate in Medical Family Therapy allows me to effectively work with those struggling with medical problems including chronic pain, terminal illness and reproductive trauma (infertility, pregnancy loss, etc). My initial approach is an integration of contextual family therapy and experiential family therapy. However, I am also passionate about using evidence-based practices and collaborating with my clients to find out what works best for them. Teamwork makes the dream work!