Coping Skills, ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Anger Management, Grief
Accepted insurance & self-pay
About Shelly
Shelly Ehmann is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 37 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals, families, and groups. Shelly specializes in treating anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma. She is a Certified Trauma-Informed Professional with extensive experience supporting clients through various diagnoses and emotional challenges. Shelly’s work is rooted in compassion, clinical insight, and a deep belief in the power of healing and change.
Shelly earned her Master’s in Counseling from the University of Phoenix. She incorporates humor and honesty to build trust and insight. Her approach includes assigning reflective homework, encouraging self-awareness, and facilitating the processing of thoughts and emotions to support meaningful change.
Shelly is passionate about empowering clients to achieve their best life. She emphasizes meeting clients where they are, validating their experiences, and collaboratively setting goals. Her approach fosters growth, resilience, and emotional clarity through honest conversation and therapeutic connection. Schedule an appointment with Shelly today!
"I am an independent female focused on empowering others through humor and honesty to find change."
Get to know Shelly
Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?
I aim to help people and make a difference by helping others become happier and better versions of themselves.
What types of clients do you work with best?
I collaborate effectively with individuals who are considering change and are open to new approaches.
What type of clients are you most excited to work with?
I look forward to working with individuals who seek homework and tasks for better understanding and self-awareness, as well as those open to new ideas and perspectives.
Why did you choose to practice at Thriveworks?
I appreciate their mission and the flexibility to work from home on my own schedule.
What inspires you?
People who overcome challenges while staying content demonstrate resilience. Hard work and focus are commendable qualities. Exploring new things and considering different perspectives can be beneficial.
What can clients expect in their first session with you?
During the first session, clients will be heard and validated. We aim to identify their therapy goals and provide an intervention to try before the next session.
What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?
The first session focuses on building rapport and identifying diagnosis and treatment goals.
What should clients know about you before scheduling a first session?
I listen empathetically to understand clients' motivations for seeking therapy. I balance honesty with kindness and use humor to build rapport.
What do you do for fun/on your time off?
Watching sports, doing crafts, and traveling are interests. Teaching martial arts is an activity that is done. Entertaining friends and family is a common pastime.
What's one thing about you that defines you (non-professional)?
Driven
Other areas of focus
Education and training
- Years in practice
- 37 years
- Graduating institute
- University of Phoenix
- Graduating degree
- Masters of Counseling
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