Shelly Sanders, LCSW, helps people struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, self esteem, parenting challenges, and relationship or family concerns. She meets people where they are and aims to make therapy feel approachable and practical. Shelly has nine years of clinical experience as a licensed clinical social worker in Idaho.
Shelly’s style is warm and interactive. Sessions focus on what matters most to each person. She uses clear goals and step-by-step plans so progress is easier to track. Conversations are grounded in everyday language and concrete ideas people can use between sessions.
Her work draws on several well-known approaches. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps identify unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early relationships shape current patterns and helps people build healthier connections. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, is used when trauma memories are getting in the way of daily life.
Shelly also incorporates client-centered techniques and tools from Dialectical Behavior Therapy to strengthen emotional regulation and coping skills. She collaborates with each person to build a treatment plan that fits their goals and timeline. That plan is adjusted as progress is made.
People who want practical strategies, respectful conversation, and a focus on real-life changes often find this approach helpful. To begin, follow the practice’s Start Therapy process and complete the short matching questionnaire to schedule a first session.
How these approaches translate to online work
Attachment-Based Therapy emphasizes how early relationship patterns show up now and what helps rebuild trust and connection; it’s useful for people dealing with intimacy, attachment issues, or family of origin concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety or depression. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, EMDR, targets distressing trauma memories and can reduce the intensity of those memories when used appropriately.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to choose methods that fit their needs, goals, and comfort level. That means trying techniques, checking in on how they feel, and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Practical benefits of online therapy often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into a busy life. Online work can make it simpler to have regular check-ins, try short skills-focused meetings, or maintain momentum between in-person visits. Specific session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking to be sure they match your routine and preferences.
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Jungian TherapyMindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shelly address in therapy?
Shelly works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, ADHD, addictions, grief, parenting and self esteem. She also supports people with relationship or family issues and coping with life changes.
What kind of therapeutic style can I expect?
The approach is warm, interactive, and client-centered. Sessions focus on clear goals, practical steps, and skills people can use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does the therapist have?
Shelly has nine years of experience as a clinician and additional years working in mental health settings prior to licensure.
What are Shelly’s credentials and where is she based?
She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and practices in Idaho.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
Session formats are not specified here; please confirm current session options before scheduling to ensure they meet your needs.
How is cost handled for therapy sessions?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin working together?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist’s availability.
