About me
Hi I’m Shelby !
I’ve always been interested in understanding what’s beneath the surface—why people think, feel, and relate the way they do.
So often, people are told to ‘just manage’ their emotions or push through difficult experiences, but that never really gets to the root of what’s going on. I was drawn to therapy because it offers something different: a space to slow down, look deeper, and actually understand yourself in a meaningful way.
That process of understanding—and the change that comes from it—is what makes this work so important to me.
Who I work best with
I tend to work best with people who are thoughtful, self-aware, and motivated to understand themselves on a deeper level.
Many of my clients are high-functioning—they’re managing their responsibilities, showing up for others, and doing what they’re supposed to do—but internally, they feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected.
They’re not just looking for quick fixes. They want to understand why they feel the way they do and make meaningful, lasting changes in their lives.
What therapy feels like with me
Sessions with me are conversational, collaborative, and grounded in curiosity rather than judgment.
You don’t need to have the ‘right’ words or a clear starting point—we’ll figure that out together. I’ll help guide the conversation when needed, while also giving you space to explore what feels most important.
Over time, therapy becomes a place where things start to make more sense, and where change feels possible instead of out of reach.
How I work
I’m not a therapist who just nods and listens. I’m actively engaged in the process with you—asking questions, reflecting back what I notice, and helping you make sense of what’s going on beneath the surface.
Our work is collaborative, and I’ll meet you where you are while also helping you move forward in a meaningful way.
Above all, I’m nonjudgmental. You can bring whatever is on your mind into this space, without worrying about how it sounds or how it might be perceived. Therapy should feel like a place where you can be fully yourself—and that’s what I aim to create.
I have a special interest in working with members of the sex worker community
I provide a nonjudgmental, affirming space for current and former sex workers to process the unique challenges of the industry—whether it’s navigating stigma, relationships, boundaries, safety, burnout, or complex emotions about the work. You deserve a therapist who understands the nuances of your experience, honors your autonomy, and supports your mental health without shame or stereotypes.
Sex work is work—and it deserves the same respect, safety, and mental health support as any other profession. This work matters because every person, regardless of occupation, has the right to dignity, healing, and a life where they feel safe, valued, and seen.
I can also help you with..
Anxiety/ Depression
Body Image
Codependency
Emotional Disturbances
Perfectionism
Communication Skills
Coping Skills
Self Esteem
Domestic Abuse/ Domestic Violence
Family Conflict
Grief & Loss
Life Transitions
LGBTQ+ Issues
Open Relationships/ Non-Monogamy
Sex Positive/ Kink Allied
Sexual Abuse
Suicidal Ideation