- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship challenges
- Social anxiety focus
About Shelly
Shelly Huffman is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Washington with 23 years of experience. She works with stress, anxiety, LGBT concerns, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. Shelly also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and social anxiety and phobia.
She draws on long experience helping people through hard seasons. Sessions aim to identify how and when problems started and what keeps them going now. Shelly offers direct feedback alongside supportive listening. Conversations are practical and focused on next steps rather than abstract theory.
Her approach pays attention to life context and timing. She helps people notice patterns in behavior and feeling, then chooses concrete skills and actions to try. That might include learning ways to manage intense moments, practicing different communication habits, or trying small exposures to situations that feel frightening.
Shelly works collaboratively when deciding what to try next. She checks in about progress and adjusts recommendations when something isn’t helping. The emphasis is on usable methods that fit a person’s daily routines and responsibilities.
People who prefer a straightforward, respectful style often find her approach a good fit. She asks questions that clarify what matters most and offers clear options for moving forward. To begin, clients follow the site's matching and scheduling steps to set a first session.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques are used to guide sessions in clear, practical ways. One common approach focuses on skills for managing anxiety and stress - teaching simple breathing, grounding, and interruption techniques to reduce intense symptoms and regain calm in the moment. This kind of work helps when worry or nervousness makes social situations or daily tasks feel overwhelming.Another helpful method involves gradual exposure and practice. This means identifying small, manageable steps toward feared situations and trying them in a planned way. It’s useful for social anxiety and phobia because it builds confidence through repeated, achievable practice rather than avoiding what feels hard.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist will discuss options, test what helps, and adjust based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences in a collaborative way. The focus is on methods that fit into daily life and produce measurable, usable changes.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and support practicing skills between sessions. Licensed professionals can use these practical benefits to help sessions fit into everyday routines without promising a specific outcome.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
23+ years
Listed in
Washington, Kansas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Shelly works with stress, anxiety, LGBT issues, relationship problems, trauma and abuse, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on communication problems, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, and social anxiety and phobia.
What is her style in session?
Her style combines straightforward feedback with attentive listening. Sessions focus on practical steps and understanding how problems started and persist.
How much experience does she have?
Shelly has 23 years of counseling experience working with a range of adult concerns.
What credentials and where is she licensed?
She holds LCPC and LMHC credentials and is licensed as an LCPC in Kansas and an LMHC in Washington.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from another country?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided within the scope of her Washington practice.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm current pricing during the matching process.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.