Shelly Goodman, LPC
LPC supporting recovery and mental health
- Anxiety and depression
- Addiction recovery support
- Adolescents and adults
About Shelly Goodman
Shelly Goodman is a fully licensed master’s-level clinician and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor who brings over ten years of experience in the mental health and substance use field. She holds a Master’s degree in Rehabilitation Counseling from Michigan State University - a graduate-level clinical degree that supports work with individuals facing emotional, behavioral, and life adjustment challenges. As an LPC, Shelly is trained to provide professional counseling and therapeutic support tailored to each person’s needs.
Shelly focuses on working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, offering care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, PTSD, and substance use disorders. Her background in addiction counseling complements her broader clinical skill set, enabling integrated support for clients managing co-occurring concerns. She emphasizes a supportive, collaborative therapeutic relationship in which individuals are listened to, understood, and helped to develop practical strategies for change.
Shelly aims to empower people to navigate emotional difficulties, cope with diagnoses, and pursue recovery and personal growth. She guides clients through realistic steps toward improved functioning and well-being, working alongside them to identify goals and build the skills needed to reach them.
Shelly focuses on working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, offering care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief and loss, PTSD, and substance use disorders. Her background in addiction counseling complements her broader clinical skill set, enabling integrated support for clients managing co-occurring concerns. She emphasizes a supportive, collaborative therapeutic relationship in which individuals are listened to, understood, and helped to develop practical strategies for change.
Shelly aims to empower people to navigate emotional difficulties, cope with diagnoses, and pursue recovery and personal growth. She guides clients through realistic steps toward improved functioning and well-being, working alongside them to identify goals and build the skills needed to reach them.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHearing impairedHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesNarcissismPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shelly Goodman have?
Shelly Goodman has 13 years of experience.
Is Shelly Goodman a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are MI LPC 6401013938.
In which languages does Shelly Goodman provide therapy?
Shelly Goodman provides therapy in English.
Where is Shelly Goodman located?
Shelly Goodman is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Shelly Goodman as my therapist?
You can work with Shelly Goodman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shelly Goodman work with international clients?
Shelly Goodman does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shelly Goodman 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 and Online Care
Shelly Goodman draws from evidence-based approaches to tailor care to each person’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) invites individuals to notice and accept difficult thoughts and feelings while clarifying personal values and committing to meaningful action. This approach can help when avoidance or unhelpful thinking gets in the way of living a valued life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing patterns of thought and behavior that contribute to emotional distress. CBT is practical and skills-oriented, often used to address anxiety, depression, and stress by teaching tools to shift thinking and respond differently to challenging situations.
Shelly approaches treatment collaboratively, working with clients to determine which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances. Finding the right therapeutic approach is an ongoing process, and she partners with clients to adjust strategies as progress unfolds.
Online therapy with Shelly is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to provide flexibility for busy schedules and varied needs. These options make it easier for people to access licensed professionals from different settings, maintain continuity of care, and use formats that suit their comfort and lifestyle.