Shelly Sanders, LCSW

Therapist in Idaho

Shelly Sanders is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addictions, and relationship strain.

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Licensed inIdaho
LicenseLCSW - 39692
NPI 1396274056
Experience9+ years
LanguagesEnglish

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About Shelly

Shelly Sanders is a licensed clinical social worker who focuses on concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, addictions, and relationship strain. She works with parents who are worn out, people coping with grief, and those facing career or life changes. Shelly writes clearly and offers straightforward support for common, overwhelming problems.

She brings nine years of therapy experience and years more in broader mental health settings. Her style is warm and interactive.

Background and approach

Sessions are centered on the person in front of her, and she adapts methods to fit individual needs and goals. Shelly uses approaches such as attachment-based work, client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral strategies, dialectical behavior skills, and EMDR when appropriate. That means she helps people understand connection patterns, learn practical coping skills, and process difficult memories in ways that make sense for them.

In sessions she partners with clients to set clear, attainable goals. Plans are specific and time-focused so progress can be tracked. She likes to break down big problems into manageable steps and teach skills people can use between sessions.

Shelly practices in Idaho and offers multiple online formats. She speaks English and supports people navigating parenting stress, caregiving burdens, chronic illness, communication problems, and issues tied to family of origin. Her approach emphasizes respect, patience, and steady encouragement.

Credentials

LCSW (Idaho): License LCSW - 39692 · expires February 2028
NPI: 1396274056 · national provider identifier

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Focus areas and approaches

Everything Shelly lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.

Stress, Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Anger management
Depression
ADHD
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
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
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Social anxiety and phobia
Workplace issues
Young adult issues

Approaches Shelly names

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Online support

Therapeutic approaches for online care

Attachment-based work focuses on how relationships shape feelings and behavior. Online sessions can explore patterns of connection and safety so clients can shift how they relate to others. Client-centered therapy puts the person's experience at the center of each session. The therapist listens closely, reflects what is said, and helps clients identify their own solutions and next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions interact. In teletherapy CBT is used to teach practical strategies for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger by practicing skills between sessions.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss options, try methods that fit the client's goals, and adjust the plan as progress is reviewed. This helps ensure the work matches what the client needs and prefers.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions are helpful for face-to-face conversation and skill demonstrations. Phone sessions work well when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between meetings or get support without being on camera. These options make scheduling more flexible and can fit therapy into a busy life.

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Frequently asked

What concerns does this therapist address?

Shelly supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, ADHD, addictions, relationship and family issues, grief, intimacy concerns, eating and sleeping problems, parenting strain, low self esteem, career changes, and compassion fatigue.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

She uses a warm, interactive, client-centered style that focuses on respect and understanding. Sessions aim to be practical and tailored to each person's needs.

What is her clinical background and experience?

Shelly is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of therapy experience and additional years working in mental health settings.

Where does she practice and what credential does she hold?

She practices in Idaho and holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Which languages are supported and can international clients join?

Sessions are offered in English. International clients are not currently accepted.

What session formats are available?

Shelly offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and preferences.

How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

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