Shirley Colee, LMHC
Compassionate Florida Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 20 years experience
- Relationship and trauma focus
- Offers online sessions
About Shirley Colee
Shirley Colee is a Florida licensed mental health professional with 20 years of experience supporting people through relationship struggles, family conflict, trauma and abuse, and the challenges of grief and loss. As an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor), she blends respect, sensitivity, and compassion into a tailored approach that aligns with each person’s unique circumstances and goals.
She focuses on creating a collaborative atmosphere where dialogue and treatment plans are shaped around individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all method. Shirley emphasizes practical, client-centered strategies that honor personal strengths while addressing painful experiences and difficult life transitions. Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and she acknowledges and affirms that decision as an important part of the healing process.
Whether someone is managing complicated family dynamics, processing trauma, or navigating loss, Shirley aims to meet clients where they are and adapt her approach over time as needs change. Her practice in Florida is built on the belief that thoughtful, personalized care can make it easier to move forward from distress and toward greater clarity and stability.
She focuses on creating a collaborative atmosphere where dialogue and treatment plans are shaped around individual needs rather than a one-size-fits-all method. Shirley emphasizes practical, client-centered strategies that honor personal strengths while addressing painful experiences and difficult life transitions. Taking the first step toward therapy often requires courage, and she acknowledges and affirms that decision as an important part of the healing process.
Whether someone is managing complicated family dynamics, processing trauma, or navigating loss, Shirley aims to meet clients where they are and adapt her approach over time as needs change. Her practice in Florida is built on the belief that thoughtful, personalized care can make it easier to move forward from distress and toward greater clarity and stability.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Gottman Method Imago Relationship Therapy Jungian Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shirley Colee have?
Shirley Colee has 20 years of professional experience providing mental health support.
Is Shirley Colee a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor. License details are FL LMHC MH3465.
In which languages does Shirley Colee provide therapy?
Shirley provides therapy in English.
Where is Shirley Colee located?
Shirley is located in Florida.
How can I work with Shirley Colee as my therapist?
You can work with Shirley through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shirley Colee work with international clients?
Yes. Shirley Colee works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shirley Colee cost?
Costs can vary depending on factors such as your location and Shirley’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time for any reason. For current pricing and details, please click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Shirley. 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 Support
Shirley uses client-centered therapy to prioritize the person’s own experience and perspective, offering a respectful, empathetic space where clients guide the focus of sessions and build on their strengths. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, is used to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress, with practical tools for managing symptoms and improving daily functioning. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, provides concrete skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier interpersonal interactions, which can be particularly helpful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shirley works with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, combining methods as appropriate and adjusting the plan over time so therapy stays relevant and effective.
Online therapy offers flexibility to fit care into busy lives. Shirley provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different communication styles and schedules, making it easier to attend sessions from home, work, or while traveling. These options support consistent access to a licensed professional and help maintain momentum in therapy even when in-person visits are not practical.