Debra Shelton - Mental Health Counselor | The Center for Internet & Technology Addiction

Accepting new clients

22 years experience | Intl Clients Welcome

About Debra Shelton

It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take those first steps toward change – I’m glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist in Tennessee, Mississippi and Florida with 22 years of experience and I have been providing services for Betterhelp for the past 6 years. Whether you are feeling stuck or facing big challenges in your life, counseling can be helpful and rewarding for anyone wanting positive change.

I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and many other challenges. I also work with those recovering from narcissistic abuse. My therapy style is interactive, direct, casual and respectful. I want to provide a safe space for you to explore your challenges and solutions.

I use principles of different therapies such as cognitive behavior therapy, ACT, and humanistic counseling. In other words, I believe you have the answers within you and we can work together to uncover them and to find solutions. You will learn new problem solving skills that you can apply to future challenges and try on some new perspectives and new behaviors in an effort to bring about the change you would like in your life. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you.

Licenses

LPC

2805

LPC

2175

LMHC

MH 14340

Professional experience

Addictions
Compassion fatigue
Coping with life changes
Depression
Family conflicts
Grief
Relationship issues
Self esteem
Sleeping disorders
Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Drug and alcohol addiction
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Postpartum depression
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Clinical Approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Client-Centered Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Mindfulness Therapy
Motivational Interviewing
Psychodynamic Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy

Languages

English

15 Reviews

“Debra is very compassionate, kind and insightful. She is direct, while simultaneously encouraging. So far, I am receiving excellent counsel that is helping me to heal. I highly recommend her!”

“Debra is an incredibly supportive therapist who truly listens. I always feel heard, understood, and encouraged in a safe, compassionate space. Her thoughtful guidance and genuine care have made a meaningful difference in my growth and well-being. I'm 100% team Debra:)”

“Debra gave me the tools to be able to navigate life situations in a way that gives me optimal opportunity for success. I appreciate her greatly!”

“Debra is the best!!!!”

“Great listener and is very helpful”

“Debra has been so supportive, caring, and informative with my needs and taking care of my discomforts in life. I appreciate her and highly recommend her!!!”

“Debra is a very caring & professional expert. I am very confident in her & we click!”

“She listens and make good solid recommendations”

“I think she may be the best therapist you have!”

“Ms. Debra is amazing. She is extremely considerate of my needs abd always checking in with me even when we don’t have appointments. She’s helped me get through a really tough time. Very grateful for her.”

“Debra is very quickly someone that you can feel comfortable with sharing your thoughts and feelings. She listens to you and also makes you think. Sometimes we all forget to stop and think before reacting. She taught me different ways of communicating with others that I’ve found very easy to use in my daily interactions with others. Debra was always punctual and communication was done quickly through texting. She’s made me laugh along the way, but also made me feel confident and comfortable with myself again. I’m truly happy and appreciative that our paths have met. She’s a really good listener and gives great advice. I would definitely recommend her to others needing help.”

“I love how attentive Mrs Shelton is and I love the assignment that she gives me after my sessions. It helps me to really put the work in and I do see a change in myself.”

“Debra seems to know just the questions to ask to help me make connections in my mind that I had never thought about. She gets right to the crux of the issues I need help with.”

“She has been right there for me and has been wonderful support”

“I love Ms. Debra. She has been there for me in so many ways during this very tough year. She’s helped me evolve and change into the person I dream of becoming. She’s amazing.”

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.