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Shelley Adkins, LCSW

Kentucky LCSW guiding resilience and recovery
  • 25 years experience
  • Trauma and relationship care
  • Compassionate evidence-based support

About Shelley Adkins

Shelley Adkins is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Kentucky with 25 years of experience supporting adults through difficult life chapters. She specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, relationship challenges, grief, and the emotional impacts of chronic health concerns and caregiver roles. Her work commonly addresses workplace stress, midlife transitions, caregiver burnout, and the adjustments that accompany chronic illness or disability.

Shelley offers compassionate, evidence-informed care that is tailored to each person's needs. She focuses on helping clients build resilience, strengthen communication skills, and clarify values and purpose. Whether someone is facing social anxiety, processing past trauma, or seeking greater self-understanding, she aims to provide a supportive space for reflection, growth, and practical change.

Her clinical practice includes attention to women's issues, veteran support, and the specific challenges often experienced by young adults. Shelley applies a blend of client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness approaches, narrative techniques, and trauma-focused methods to guide clients toward more effective coping strategies. Her goal is to walk alongside individuals as they develop skills to manage emotions, repair relationships, and reconnect with inner strengths.

Areas of Expertise

Additional Focus Areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shelley Adkins have?

Shelley Adkins has 25 years of experience.

Is Shelley Adkins a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shelley Adkins holds an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details: KY LCSW 1957.

In which languages does Shelley Adkins provide therapy?

Shelley Adkins provides therapy in English.

Where is Shelley Adkins located?

Shelley Adkins is located in Kentucky.

How can I work with Shelley Adkins as my therapist?

You can work with Shelley Adkins through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shelley Adkins work with international clients?

Shelley Adkins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shelley Adkins cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Therapy Be a Good Fit?

Many people wonder whether remote therapy can offer meaningful change. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, or major life transitions, online therapy has been found to be as effective for most people as traditional in-person work.



A key benefit of remote sessions is flexibility - people can connect with a therapist in the format that works best for them, whether by video call, phone session, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility makes it easier to integrate therapeutic work into busy schedules and to continue care through life changes or health challenges.



Licensed professionals provide online treatment, and clients can change therapists if they are seeking a different therapeutic fit. Many therapists use approaches that translate well to remote formats, helping clients build coping skills, address relationship patterns, and manage symptoms in practical, skill-based ways.

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