Shelly Sanders - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

9 years experience

About Shelly Sanders

I am a licensed clinical social worker in the state of Idaho, with eight years of experience as a therapist and a total of approximately thirteen years in mental health settings, working with children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my practice, I have addressed a diverse range of concerns, including depression, anxiety, communication challenges, parenting issues, anger management, oppositional defiant disorder, ADHD, and autism spectrum disorder in children.

My counseling approach is warm, interactive, and client-centered, tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. I believe in treating all clients with respect, compassion, and understanding. My therapeutic modalities include play therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, choice theory, solution-focused strategies, and, when appropriate, bilateral stimulation and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). Together, we will develop a treatment plan that is attainable, specific to your needs, and time-sensitive.

My primary goal is to provide the best possible support for my clients. I understand that seeking help is a courageous step, and I am here to provide the support and encouragement you need as you navigate the challenges in your life.

If you are ready to take this step, please know that I am here to assist you.

Licenses

LCSW

LCSW - 39692

Professional experience

Addictions
ADHD
Anger management
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Eating disorders
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain, illness, and disability
Communication problems
Control issues
Coping with natural or human-caused disaster
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Intellectual disability
Isolation / loneliness
Life purpose
Mood disorders
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Post-traumatic stress
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Attachment-Based Therapy
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Jungian Therapy
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy
Trauma-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

10 Reviews

“Thank you for your patience and insight.”

“I've only been on betterhelp and seen Shelly for a couple months, but the experience has already been transformative. She has helped me navigate some incredibly difficult life situations and transitions in those months and also learn how to proactively address negative behavioral patterns that lead to poor outcomes. I'm learning new skills and strategies that have deepened introspection and helped me develop a stronger sense of wellbeing, self-control and confidence as I continue to navigate some of my life's greatest challenges. I'm deeply grateful to have Shelly as my ally through this process. She and betterhelp are literally an answer to my prayers.”

“she is the family ive never had and allways wanted. just in 2 sessions my entire life has changed for the better positive”

“She is excellent for me, she gets me and i need that, i am very free to talk to her and she responds quickly and efficiently”

“Attentive and shares relevant materials to help outside our session”

“Shelly has been wonderful. She is a great listener, very empathetic, and is great at providing resources for healing and growth. She has helped me a lot.”

“I really do appreciate Shelly, she listened as well as giving good advice. I know that she has helped me get some of my issues a little better in control and her expertise in so many different field is just what I needed.”

“Shelly is very comforting and easy to talk to. Very comforting to know she can understand issues and offer help in a very effective manner.”

“So far Shelly has been extremely helpful. Offering real tactics to help me deal with certain issues. reaching out via text in between calls. i'm very impressed and appreciate her help.”

“So far with the messaging we have done, I am happy with Shelly. I feel she reads thoroughly what I have written and am confident when we speak she will listen just as well. I already feel at ease opening up to her.”

These reviews represent a few of the most recent positive reviews from the therapist's clients on BetterHelp. Some people's experience may be different.