- Anxiety and social stress
- Relationship concerns
- Values-based action
About Shell
Shell Freeman is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan with nine years of experience. She works with people who bring stress, anxiety, relationship and parenting concerns, as well as grief, trauma, mood issues, and questions related to LGBTQ identity.
Shell uses straightforward, interactive sessions. She listens to how problems show up day to day and helps clients choose practical steps they can try between meetings. Sessions focus on skills people can use for worry, impulse control, and relationship strain.
Her approach draws on cognitive behavioral ideas to identify unhelpful thoughts and on acceptance-based work to clarify values and actions. She also uses client-centered methods that prioritize the person’s perspective when planning what to work on.
Shell has supported people coping with trauma, emotional abuse, and the process of coming out. She also helps with attention challenges, eating concerns, addiction issues, and the stresses caregivers face. Conversations often include communication skills, emotion regulation, and problem-solving for daily life.
Sessions are collaborative and practical. Shell and the client set goals together and track small changes over time. People who are nervous about social situations or speaking up may find the gradual, skills-based focus helpful.
For someone unsure how to start, she asks a few questions to understand immediate needs and then suggests the first steps. Practical planning and steady progress are central to how she works.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting ruled by them, and then choose actions that fit their values. It can be useful for anxiety, low mood, and stress that gets in the way of living the way someone wants.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going and teaches practical skills to change them. It often includes experiments, thought tracking, and step-by-step exposure for worries about social situations.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and what feels comfortable, and then try methods together to see what helps. That collaborative process guides which techniques are emphasized in sessions.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current online options before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow quicker follow-up between appointments. If quieter surroundings, lower bandwidth, or shorter check-ins suit someone better, discuss those preferences when scheduling so sessions can be arranged to match daily life.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and parenting concerns, grief, trauma, addiction issues, ADHD and related topics listed on her profile.
What is her therapy style like?
Sessions are interactive and practical, focusing on skills, behavior change, and clarifying values to guide action.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working as a mental health therapist in Michigan.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker practicing in Michigan.
Can I work with her if I live outside the US?
She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English.
What session formats are used?
The original profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and services use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
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