- Gottman Method
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Somatic Therapy
About Shelley
Shelley Hill is an IL Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 25 years of practice. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, and related struggles such as eating, sleeping, anger, and self-esteem. Shelley also supports those coping with life changes, caregiver strain, chronic illness, and ADHD. Sessions are conducted in English and she practices from Illinois.
Shelley offers a mix of conversational and more directive work. She believes many feelings and reactions come from below conscious thought, so talking alone sometimes isn't enough. Intellectual understanding is part of the process, but she also uses approaches that engage the body and deeper processes to help make changes stick.
Her toolbox includes methods that draw on present-moment awareness, somatic awareness of body sensations, goal-focused techniques, hypnotherapy, and the Gottman Method for relationship communication. Shelley adapts which methods she uses to what each person needs and wants to try. Humor and straightforward feedback are part of her style when appropriate.
People can expect clear, practical steps alongside space to process emotions. Shelley aims to combine longer-term work with sessions that address immediate problems. She values direct conversation about what is and is not helping so the work stays focused and useful.
Before the first session clients complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule an initial meeting. Fees vary by location and use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Shelley does not accept international clients.
How her approaches work in online sessions
Gottman Method work focuses on practical communication skills and repair strategies for relationship problems. It teaches clear ways to talk about issues, manage conflict, and rebuild connection through small, repeatable habits.Mindfulness Therapy teaches simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and increase awareness of thoughts and feelings. It can help with anxiety, stress, and managing strong emotions by training moment-to-moment noticing rather than getting stuck in judgmental thoughts.
Somatic Therapy pays attention to body sensations and movement linked to emotions. This approach can be useful when stress or trauma shows up as tension, dissociation, or difficulty staying present in conversations.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Shelley will discuss goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t helped before choosing which approaches to try. Decisions are made together so the plan fits each person’s needs.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when time is tight, or reduce travel time. Talk with Shelley during the matching questionnaire and first session about how best to schedule and structure sessions to suit daily life.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
Shelley works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, and related problems like sleep, eating, anger, and self-esteem.
What is her therapeutic style?
She blends conversational listening with directive guidance and practical steps, using humor and clear feedback when helpful.
How much experience does she have?
Shelley has 25 years of clinical experience as an LCSW working with individuals and couples.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an Illinois Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing from Illinois.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.