- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Narrative work
About Shelley
Shelley Adkins is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in Kentucky with 25 years of experience. She works with adults managing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, and family of origin issues. Shelley also helps people facing caregiving burdens, compassion fatigue, chronic illness, and career-related stress.
Shelley uses straightforward, practical methods in sessions. She listens to what a person brings and helps them identify patterns that keep causing problems. Conversations often focus on clearer communication, setting boundaries, and coping skills for day-to-day demands.
Her approach draws on client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, and narrative methods. That mix is used to help people reframe unhelpful thoughts, build new habits, and make sense of past family patterns that still influence current choices.
Shelley has long experience supporting adults through life transitions such as caregiving, changes at work, or medical setbacks. She also addresses issues that can grow out of family history, like codependency or repeating relationship patterns.
Sessions typically involve practical exercises, straightforward discussion, and homework when that fits a client's goals. Shelley helps people test small changes, notice what works, and adjust plans if needed. To begin, the site asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session.
Therapeutic approaches for online sessions
Client-centered work focuses on the person's own goals and experiences. The therapist listens closely and helps guide conversations so clients can name what matters and choose the next steps. This approach fits concerns like relationship patterns and family of origin issues.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Sessions often include simple exercises and practice between meetings to reduce anxiety or manage low mood. Mindfulness Therapy uses brief attention and breathing practices to help regulate stress and remain grounded during difficult moments.
Deciding which method to use is part of the work together. Shelley will discuss options, try approaches in session, and adjust based on what seems most useful for the client's goals and preferences. The process is collaborative and paced to what the client wants to work on.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. It can also allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight or reduce travel time, helping therapy fit into everyday life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Shelley works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and family of origin issues among other concerns listed in her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a practical, client-centered style that combines talk, skills practice, and goal-focused exercises.
How much experience does she have?
Shelley has 25 years of experience working with adults on a range of life and emotional challenges.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Kentucky.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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