meet shelby

individual therapy // in-person therapy in asheville, nc and online therapy across north carolina

i work with teens and adults who are navigating anxiety, burnout, life transitions, or just a sense that something feels off, even if it’s hard to name.

my clients are often parents, some are teens, and others may be therapists or helpers themselves. many are used to showing up for everyone else and aren’t always sure what it looks like to turn that same care inward.

therapy can be a place to slow things down a bit, get curious about why things are unfolding in life the way the are, and begin to notice what changes or shifts you might bring into your life.

people often reach out for support with anxiety, burnout, parenting stress, teen concerns, and questions about autism or adhd.

neurodivergence // autism spectrum disorder // adhd

i work with people across a range of neurodivergent experiences, including those who are beginning to wonder if autism or adhd might be part of their story.

there can be a mix of emotions in that process-sometimes relief, sometimes uncertainty, sometimes both at once. it can bring up new ways of understanding yourself, as well as new questions.

i have a particular interest and expertise in supporting women who are exploring/receiving later in life autism diagnoses, as well as parents navigating neurodivergence in their families.

I also offer comprehensive testing for autism spectrum disorder in asheville nc and online in north carolina. you can learn more about that here.

therapy for teens // support during a complicated stage

being a teen right now can feel like a lot to hold. there’s pressure from school, friendships, family, and the ongoing question of where you fit and who you’re becoming.

many of the teens i work with are trying really hard, but still feel anxious, unsure, or like they don’t quite belong.

i help teens to slow down, make sense of what’s happening, and build confidence in the young adult they are becoming. many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, “not doing enough” and are struggling with the “what comes next” question so many teens face at this age.

pregnant or parenting // perinatal and family support

pregnancy and parenting can shift a lot, both practically and emotionally. things that used to feel manageable can start to feel harder or might take more energy than they used to.

you might notice more anxiety, feel stretched thin, or wonder if you’re doing any of it “right.” you might also feel lonely or disconnected from yourself in ways that are hard to explain.

i work with people who are pregnant, postpartum, or in the day-to-day of parenting, offering a space to sort through what’s coming up and figure out what feels supportive and realistic for you. this can be especially helpful if you or your child are neurodivergent, or if you’re beginning to see yourself through that lens.

clinical info and professional interests

my additional professional interests include working with foster parents or adults who were raised in the foster system, those impacted by generational trauma, therapists or therapists in training, and working with folks in the lgbtqia+ population. i love to nerd out about neuroscience/trauma and the brain, and am excited to pursue further trainings in art therapy. i am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW C016220).