- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin issues
- CBT and DBT methods
About Shelley
Shelley Aeschliman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Wisconsin with 14 years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. Shelley focuses on practical ways to reduce day-to-day struggles and improve how people cope with recurring patterns from their family background.
She helps people notice how roles and expectations from the family they grew up in still show up now. Conversations are straightforward and aim to clarify patterns that lead to conflict, avoidance, or difficulty committing. Sessions include skills for managing strong emotions and for improving communication with others.
Shelley uses several approaches in therapy, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, emotionally-focused ideas, and existential perspectives. These methods are used to address thinking patterns, emotional regulation, and relationship interactions rather than to label or diagnose a person.
Her work often looks at attachment and abandonment concerns, codependency and control issues, and family of origin issues that affect adult relationships. She also addresses related topics such as guilt, shame, forgiveness, impulsivity, and co-morbid conditions when they arise.
Sessions are practical and goal-focused. Shelley supports people in building clearer boundaries, making changes in behavior, and finding ways to manage stress that fit everyday life. To begin, she asks clients to identify a few immediate goals and steps to work toward them.
Therapeutic approaches used in remote sessions
Client-centered work focuses on the client's perspective, listening closely and using that information to set goals. It helps people who want to be heard and to shape therapy around their priorities.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at the link between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It teaches practical tools to challenge unhelpful thoughts and to try new behaviors, which can reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness. These skills are useful when strong feelings or impulsive actions interfere with daily life.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That choice can shift over time as progress is made and new needs appear.
Session format options are not specified in the available profile, so confirm current session options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow for a shorter check-in when schedules require it. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and skills work to remote sessions so clients can practice between meetings.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Shelley help with?
She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and depression. She also focuses on family of origin issues and related patterns like attachment and codependency.
What is her therapeutic style?
Her style is practical and client-centered, with an emphasis on clear goals and skills practice. Sessions mix conversation about patterns with strategies to change thinking and behavior.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working in behavioral health settings. That experience informs her use of several therapy approaches and practical problem-solving.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Wisconsin. Her practice is located in Wisconsin.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing will depend on the chosen plan and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session. That process sets up the initial appointment and intake steps.
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