- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- EMDR when appropriate
About Shelly
Shelly Sanders is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Idaho with nine years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting stress, self-esteem struggles, career questions, and coping with life changes.
Shelly uses straightforward, interactive sessions that center on the person in front of her. She draws on client-centered methods to listen and clarify what matters most. She mixes practical skills from cognitive behavioral therapy with emotion regulation tools inspired by dialectical behavior therapy when needed.
For trauma-related concerns she may use eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, combined with pacing and stabilization work. Attachment-based ideas inform how she looks at relationship patterns and caregiving concerns. Sessions focus on concrete goals and steps that a person can try between meetings.
People who choose Shelly can expect discussion of real-life problems and specific exercises to practice. She has also worked in a range of mental health settings with children, adolescents, and adults, which informs her approach to communication and behavioral challenges.
Shelly emphasizes creating an achievable, time-sensitive plan each client can follow. Her practice aims to help people manage symptoms, build coping skills, and address the day-to-day problems that make social situations and relationships harder.
Online options and therapeutic approaches
Attachment-based work looks at how past and current relationships shape reactions in day-to-day life. It can help people notice patterns in how they connect, respond to criticism, or avoid social situations. Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting so the person can find their own solutions; it supports exploring feelings and making practical choices. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) teaches specific skills to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which can reduce worry and make social situations easier to manage.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss your goals and try different techniques together to see what fits best for your needs and preferences. Decisions about methods are adjusted as you work together and learn what helps most.
The original biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions useful for fitting therapy into busy days, shortening travel time, and keeping appointments on a regular schedule. Other practical benefits include easier access when physical distance is an issue and the ability to continue work between sessions without lengthy commutes. Licensed professionals can offer structure, tools, and homework that translate to everyday life regardless of the delivery method.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
Shelly works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, depression, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, parenting, self-esteem, career issues, and coping with life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sessions are interactive and client-centered, with a focus on practical skills and clear goals to work on between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience as a therapist and additional years working in mental health settings with children, adolescents, and adults.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Idaho.
Does she work in other languages or with international clients?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original profile does not list specific session formats; please confirm the current online and in-person options before booking.
How are costs handled?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Choose the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.