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Shelly Allen, LMFT

Georgia LMFT for relationships and life changes

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Relationship and family
  • Parenting and coping

About Shelly Allen

Shelly Allen is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) practicing in Georgia with eight years of professional experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, self-esteem concerns, depression, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting challenges, anger, and life transitions. Shelly also addresses more specific concerns such as abandonment and attachment issues, blended family dynamics, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, hoarding, impulsivity, infidelity, isolation or loneliness, jealousy, and questions about life purpose.

Shelly approaches therapy from a strengths-based, client-centered perspective that recognizes each person as the expert of their own story. She combines evidence-informed methods with a supportive stance to help clients explore goals, build skills, and navigate change. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life takes courage, and Shelly aims to provide steady guidance and practical support throughout that process.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteemDepression

Also Specializes In

Trauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCoping with life changesCoaching

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesFamily problemsForgivenessHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposePanic disorder and panic attacksPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy 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 Shelly Allen have?

Shelly Allen has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Shelly Allen a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shelly Allen holds the credential LMFT, which stands for Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. License details: GA LMFT MFT002019.

In which languages does Shelly Allen provide therapy?

Shelly Allen provides therapy in English.

Where is Shelly Allen located?

Shelly Allen is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Shelly Allen as my therapist?

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

Does Shelly Allen work with international clients?

Shelly Allen does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shelly Allen 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.

Attachment, Client-Centered, and CBT Approaches for Online Care

Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on how early relationships shape current patterns of connection and trust. In practice this approach helps people explore attachment wounds, improve emotional closeness, and change how they relate in intimate and family relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance in which the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports self-discovery; it can be especially helpful for building confidence, clarifying values, and strengthening inner resources. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is a practical, skills-oriented approach that helps people identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, making it useful for anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shelly collaborates with clients to determine which combination of methods best fits their needs, goals, and preferences. She tailors strategies to individual circumstances and works together with clients to adjust the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy with Shelly is available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to access consistent support from licensed professionals without rearranging work or family obligations, and they allow therapy to continue through life transitions and changing circumstances.

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