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Kelly Shelton, LCSW

Florida LCSW specializing in relationships
  • Relationship-focused support
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Individualized treatment plans

About Kelly Shelton

Kelly Shelton is a Florida-licensed mental health professional with 14 years of clinical experience helping people navigate relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, motivation challenges, self-esteem and confidence concerns, and major life transitions. She holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, reflecting advanced training in assessment, therapy, and supportive interventions at the clinical level.

Her practice focuses on meeting each person where they are, offering respectful, sensitive, and compassionate care that adapts to individual needs. Kelly combines attentive listening with practical strategies, tailoring conversations and treatment plans so they align with a client’s goals, strengths, and values.

Kicking off therapy often requires courage, and Kelly acknowledges that first step with encouragement and steadiness. She aims to create a collaborative path forward, guiding clients through change while honoring their pace and priorities.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Relationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Kelly Shelton have?

Kelly Shelton has 14 years of professional experience in clinical practice.

Is Kelly Shelton a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Her license is registered in Florida as FL LCSW SW11162.

In which languages does Kelly Shelton provide therapy?

Counseling is provided in English.

Where is Kelly Shelton located?

Kelly Shelton is based in Florida.

How can I work with Kelly Shelton as my therapist?

You can work with Kelly Shelton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Kelly Shelton work with international clients?

No. Kelly Shelton does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Kelly Shelton cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Remote Care

Kelly Shelton integrates client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) into her online practice. Client-centered therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance where the therapist follows the client's lead and helps build self-awareness and self-worth - it can be especially helpful for relationship concerns and self-esteem. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical exercises and skill-building, which can aid with mood, motivation, and coping during life changes. DBT teaches skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsivity, making it useful for trauma reactions, relationship conflict, and emotion regulation struggles.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Kelly works collaboratively with each person to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing sessions to fit into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, practice new skills between sessions, and access a licensed professional from different locations when needed.

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