Shelby Martini is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Idaho who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and self-esteem struggles. She speaks plainly and meets each person where they are. Shelby aims to make first steps feel doable for people who are nervous about starting therapy.
Shelby keeps sessions warm and respectful. She avoids stigmatizing labels and focuses on listening first. Conversations are tailored so goals and next steps come from what matters most to the client.
Her work draws on client-centered methods that put the person's experience at the center of care. Shelby also uses trauma-focused methods to address the aftereffects of difficult events, and mindfulness techniques to help people build calm and focus in daily life.
With seven years of professional experience in counseling, Shelby has worked with people dealing with a wide range of concerns. These include coping with life changes, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting stress, career strain, ADHD, mood disorders, and issues tied to identity and loss.
She designs sessions to fit each person’s needs and adjusts the plan as progress is made. Shelby encourages straightforward talk about goals, setbacks, and practical steps for change. Her approach emphasizes building self-awareness and small, manageable skills for day-to-day life.
How Shelby Uses Person-Centered and Trauma-Focused Care Online
Client-centered therapy means Shelby puts the person's experience first. Sessions focus on listening, reflecting, and helping clients name what matters. This approach helps people who want practical support and a space to be heard.
Trauma-focused therapy is used to address the impact of difficult events on daily life. Shelby works at the client’s pace to reduce the ways past events affect current functioning and relationships. Mindfulness techniques help people notice their thoughts and feelings without getting swept away, and they are often used to build simple coping skills for stress and anxiety.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Shelby collaborates with each person to identify goals, tries different strategies, and adjusts the plan based on how things are going. The process is meant to be flexible and guided by the client’s needs and preferences.
Confirm the available session formats before booking, as the profile does not list specific options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can adapt techniques like mindfulness and trauma-focused exercises to work during remote sessions to support progress over time.
AbandonmentAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCancerCo-morbidityDependent personalityDissociationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseTraumatic brain injuryYoung adult issues
Shelby works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting stress, career concerns, bipolar and mood disorders, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental. Shelby uses a person-centered approach and tailors conversations to each individual’s needs.
What is her clinical background?
Shelby has seven years of professional counseling experience working with people facing a wide range of emotional and life challenges.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Idaho.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what about cost?
Session cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Shelby?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.