Shelby Smith
Shelby Smith
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Shelby Smith, MA, NCC, LPC-A(She/Her/Hers)

(She/Her/Hers)
Master of Arts, MA•National Certified Counselor, NCC
South Carolina
Adolescent mental health- Anxiety -Child mental health- Depression- Loss, grief, and bereavement- Relationship issues-

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Accepting online

In-network with some insurances

$60-$120

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Professional statement

Shelby Smith is a therapist at Hope is Love Counseling LLC based in Charleston, SC, with six years of experience as a school counselor. She specializes in providing support to children and adolescents aged 6 to 18, as well as supporting individual adults and couples. Shelby helps clients manage a range of challenges, including low self-esteem, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and more.

Her therapy approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive environment for clients. Shelby utilizes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand the connections between their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, which aids in managing overwhelming emotions and difficult thoughts.

Shelby’s office is located in the Moncks Corner area, where she offers both in-person and remote sessions.

Message to clients

Adult Clients:

Are you feeling lost or overwhelmed in your journey through life? You're not alone in this struggle. Many people face challenges that can make it difficult to find direction and purpose.

Together, we can embark on this transformative journey. I am here to provide support as you navigate the difficulties you may be facing, whether they stem from personal relationships, career choices, or internal conflicts. My goal is to help you uncover and embrace your true potential, facilitating growth and resilience in the process.

Are you ready to let go of the barriers that have been holding you back? If so, I invite you to join me in a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your feelings openly and honestly. Together, we will work on healing past wounds and building a brighter, more fulfilling future.

Adolescents Clients:

Are you experiencing strong emotions but struggling to understand or express them? Do you feel misunderstood by others? You are not alone. Join me in a safe and supportive environment where we can explore your emotions together and help you discover your true self. In this supportive environment, we will explore your different feelings, helping you better understand them and ultimately find yourself.

Through open conversation and reflective exercises, we will work together to untangle your emotional experiences, allowing you to express yourself more clearly and connect with your inner world. Let's embark on this journey of figuring out yourself and creating empowerment.

Licensure

South Carolina: 9122

Supervisor: Hope Champaigne-Rivers(Licensed Professional Counselor 7202)

Languages

English

Specialties

Adolescent mental health - Working with adolescents, teenagers, and parents on social, academic, and/or emotional challenges throughout teenage years; addressing anxiety, family conflicts, peer relationships, school stress, transition to college, social media pressures, self-esteem, hopelessness about the future, emotional disregulation

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Child mental health - Specialized strategies for common childhood disorders including attention issues, attachment problems, behavioral disorders, learning disorders, autism spectrum diagnoses, and feeding or elimination issues.

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing of hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Loss, grief, and bereavement - Emotionally preparing for the anticipated passing of a loved one; managing feelings and reactions to a death or loss of significance; support during the process of healing and acceptance

Relationship issues - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Parents
  • Teenagers (13-18)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Ambetter
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • United Healthcare

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$120 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$60 - $120
  • Couples sessions:$120 (50min)

Additional session information

Payment options
  • Cash
  • Credit Card
  • Debit Card
Therapist's note

There is a self-pay option.

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