Shelley Dodt, LCSW

Clients say that Shelley Dodt feels "on their side" as she helps them understand how to cope with life’s challenges and make practical changes when needed. She encourages people to keep behaviors that are working and to collaborate on changes when those behaviors no longer serve their goals. A skilled listener by training and temperament, she aims to be the kind of counselor she herself would have sought, bringing patience, warmth, and an encouraging presence to each session.

Shelley integrates mindfulness practices into her work and often reminds clients that as long as they are breathing, there is more right with them than wrong with them. She supports clients in developing clearer insights about patterns and in learning concrete coping tools to notice and navigate life’s predictable landmines. The therapeutic focus is on identifying strengths and helping clients apply those strengths toward better outcomes in daily life.

Shelley takes pride in the progress her clients make in private practice and believes therapy can help people feel better, function better, and move toward their goals. Her approach emphasizes mindfulness, kindness, and compassion, with a touch of humor when appropriate. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - a licensed mental health professional trained to provide assessment and therapy.