Shelley Akerman, LPC
Licensed counselor for stress and relationships
- Client-centered care
- CBT and mindfulness
- International video sessions
About Shelley Akerman
Shelley Akerman is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with a decade of experience providing therapy in both outpatient clinics and hospital settings. She earned her master’s degree from Mercer University in Atlanta, GA in 2013 and has since supported people across the lifespan, working with clients as young as four and as old as 92. Her work spans a wide range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, trauma and abuse, relationship conflict, addiction, domestic violence, psychosis, and self-harm.
She has experience with clients from multiple ethnic and racial backgrounds, varied cultures, different political affiliations, a spectrum of genders and sexualities, and diverse spiritual beliefs. Shelley values a down-to-earth, laid-back, and friendly counseling style that centers on respect and acceptance. She believes in the power of having someone to talk to and, as someone who also engages in therapy herself, appreciates how important it is to feel supported and heard.
Shelley collaborates with each person to develop practical, creative strategies tailored to their goals. She enjoys helping people recognize their strengths and potential, and she works alongside clients to foster meaningful change and healthier, more satisfying lives.
She has experience with clients from multiple ethnic and racial backgrounds, varied cultures, different political affiliations, a spectrum of genders and sexualities, and diverse spiritual beliefs. Shelley values a down-to-earth, laid-back, and friendly counseling style that centers on respect and acceptance. She believes in the power of having someone to talk to and, as someone who also engages in therapy herself, appreciates how important it is to feel supported and heard.
Shelley collaborates with each person to develop practical, creative strategies tailored to their goals. She enjoys helping people recognize their strengths and potential, and she works alongside clients to foster meaningful change and healthier, more satisfying lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shelley Akerman have?
Shelley Akerman has 11 years of experience.
Is Shelley Akerman a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: GA LPC LPC011117.
In which languages does Shelley Akerman provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Shelley Akerman located?
Shelley Akerman is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Shelley Akerman as my therapist?
You can work with Shelley Akerman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shelley Akerman work with international clients?
Yes, Shelley Akerman works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shelley Akerman 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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 and Online Care with Shelley
Shelley draws from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and mindfulness therapy to guide online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where the client’s goals and values shape the process - it can be helpful for relationship concerns, self-esteem, and life transitions. CBT is a structured approach that examines patterns of thought and behavior, offering practical tools to reduce anxiety, manage depression, and address problematic coping strategies. Mindfulness therapy teaches present-moment awareness and stress-reduction techniques that can ease chronic anxiety, trauma symptoms, and difficulties with emotional regulation.
Finding the right combination of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. The therapist will work collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences, and may adapt techniques over time as progress unfolds. Licensed professionals and therapists often blend strategies to support meaningful change.
Online therapy with Shelley offers flexibility and accessibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and connect from different locations while still working toward personal goals with professional support.