- Client-centered listening
- CBT and mindfulness
- English and Spanish
About Shirley
Shirley aims to create an open space where thoughts and feelings can be named and understood. She listens first, then works with each person to choose methods that fit their needs. That might mean learning new thinking habits, trying short mindfulness practices, or telling the story of a problem in a new way.
Her style favors collaboration and clear goals. Clients set the pace and decide what matters most. Shirley draws on several approaches, including client-centered listening, cognitive behavioral ideas, and mindfulness skills to keep work grounded and useful.
Shirley has particular experience with issues that often come up during life transitions. She supports people dealing with caregiver stress, workplace pressure, social anxiety, obsessive thoughts, and the challenges of pregnancy and new parenthood. She also helps those struggling with guilt, shame, isolation, and impulsivity.
People who want to begin can expect straightforward guidance and practical homework between sessions when it helps. Shirley emphasizes small, steady changes that fit into everyday life rather than quick fixes. Her Florida licensure is listed as FL LMHC.
Approaches that translate well to online work
Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and responding to what each person needs. It helps people feel heard and work through whatever is most pressing in their life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions. It uses simple exercises to test unhelpful thinking and to build new habits that reduce anxiety and low mood.
Mindfulness therapy introduces short, practical exercises to calm the body and steady attention. These tools can be useful for stress, panic symptoms, and when someone feels overwhelmed.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and then try methods together to see what fits. That collaborative process helps tailor sessions so they feel useful and manageable.
Session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online care can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It can also let people use phone or lower-bandwidth options if that better suits their day. Talk with the therapist about how to make sessions work with your schedule and needs.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shirley commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, depression, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like caregiver stress, communication problems, and social anxiety.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Shirley uses a collaborative, down-to-earth approach. She listens first and then helps set practical goals and steps to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has 11 years of professional experience working in mental health settings and with individual concerns like mood issues and obsessive thoughts.
What credentials and region are listed?
The credential shown is LMHC, listed as FL LMHC, and the practice location is Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Are international clients accepted?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working together?
Select the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.