- Stress and anxiety
- Grief and loss
- Caregiver support
About Shelly
Shelly Grabiak is an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) practicing in Florida with five years of experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationships, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes, and she works with English and Spanish speakers.
Shelly uses practical conversations to help people notice what's getting in the way of daily life. She listens for patterns in thinking and behavior, then tries techniques that can change how someone copes with worry, loss, or difficult memories. Sessions are straightforward and goal-oriented with room for reflection and learning.
Her background includes clinical work across mental health and addiction settings, hospice and palliative care, and crisis support roles. That experience informs how she helps people manage grief, caregiver stress, chronic illness concerns, and the impact of trauma. She has worked with first responders, survivors of domestic violence, and older adults in various care settings.
Shelly draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address anxiety, codependency, communication problems, and issues around control and attachment. She also supports people dealing with substance use, life purpose questions, and the practical burdens that come with caregiving or aging relatives. Her approach is to try methods that reduce distress and improve day-to-day functioning.
Sessions may feel like a mix of direct skills practice and reflective talk. She encourages setting clear goals and checking progress. To begin, users are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Many of the techniques Shelly uses come from evidence-based therapeutic approaches that focus on changing thoughts and behaviors and on processing difficult memories. Cognitive behavioral approaches help people identify thought patterns that increase anxiety and then practice different ways of thinking and acting to reduce distress. Trauma-informed methods focus on handling memories and reactions at a manageable pace and building skills for safety and regulation.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shelly will collaborate with each person to match methods to their goals and comfort level, adjusting plans as progress is tracked. This means trying practical skills in session and reviewing how they work in daily life, then shifting directions if needed.
The site biography did not specify which online session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Many people appreciate online therapy because it can fit into a busy day, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Video can support interactive skill practice while phone sessions can make short updates easier; discuss preferences when scheduling so sessions suit everyday routines.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Florida
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Shelly works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes, along with related areas such as caregiver strain and chronic illness.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and conversational problem solving to help people change unhelpful patterns and build coping skills.
How much experience does she have?
Shelly has five years of clinical experience as an LCSW and prior work in crisis lines, hospitals, addiction treatment, and hospice care.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is an LCSW licensed in Florida and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography did not list session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How are costs handled?
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 the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.