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Shelley Smith, LPC

Strengths-based support through life’s hardest moments
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Trauma and grief care
  • Addiction coping skills

About Shelley Smith

Shelley Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia who provides therapy in English and brings 13 years of professional experience to her work. She supports people who are navigating stress and anxiety, working through addictions, healing from trauma and abuse, and coping with grief and loss.

Her counseling style emphasizes respect, collaboration, and the belief that each person is the expert on their own life story. Shelley focuses on identifying and building upon existing strengths, helping clients draw on what is already working as they face what feels most challenging. She also recognizes that starting therapy can take real courage and aims to create a supportive space for clients as they begin this process and move toward meaningful change.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shelley Smith have?

Shelley Smith has 13 years of professional experience providing therapy.

Is Shelley Smith a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shelley Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia. License number: GA LPC LPC009464.

In which languages does Shelley Smith provide therapy?

Shelley Smith provides therapy in English.

Where is Shelley Smith located?

Shelley Smith is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Shelley Smith as my therapist?

You can work with Shelley Smith through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.

Does Shelley Smith work with international clients?

No. Shelley Smith does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shelley Smith cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Online Therapy Grounded in Practical, Person-Centered Care

Shelley Smith draws from approaches that can translate well to online therapy while staying focused on what matters most to each client. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, collaborative relationship where the client’s perspective leads the work, which can be especially helpful when stress, grief, or life transitions feel overwhelming.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical strategies for responding differently, often supporting people who want tools for anxiety, low mood, or day-to-day coping. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening relationships, which can be useful when emotions feel hard to regulate.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Shelley works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and adjust the pace and focus of sessions over time so therapy feels relevant and workable.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to fit support into a busy schedule, keep momentum between sessions, and access care from home or wherever feels most comfortable.

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