- Focus on relationships
- Practical communication skills
- Mindful and client-centered
About Shelly
Shelly Carbo is an LCSW practicing in North Dakota who helps people facing relationship strain, parenting stress, anger, and family conflict. She also supports adults dealing with communication problems, domestic violence impacts, and concerns related to Veteran and Armed Forces issues. Her tone in sessions is calm and straightforward, focused on building a working relationship where people feel heard and able to make practical changes.
Shelly leans on approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness alongside client-centered methods to guide conversations. She works with couples on communication and with individuals affected by family violence to address immediate safety and emotional recovery. Sessions emphasize small behavior changes, clearer communication, and skills that can be tried between meetings.
With three years of practice as an LCSW, she brings recent clinical experience rooted in social work values and mental health care. Her style is approachable rather than formal, aiming to make therapy feel practical and understandable for busy parents and partners.
Clients can expect sessions that focus on what matters most now, whether that is de-escalating anger, figuring out parenting routines, or navigating tough conversations. She combines practical tools from CBT with mindful awareness and a client-centered pace to match each person’s needs.
Shelly invites people to start with a short matching process to find a good fit and then schedule sessions that suit their life. The emphasis is on steady progress through clear goals and collaborative planning.
How her approaches guide online care
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person’s own goals and experiences. The therapist listens with respect and follows what matters most to the client, which helps people feel understood and make decisions that fit their life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical skills to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anger, anxiety, and communication challenges where specific strategies can reduce conflict.
The therapist and client will work together to find the best approaches. That means trying methods, checking what helps, and adjusting plans based on goals and preferences. This collaborative process makes it easier to focus on what actually changes day to day.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. They can also let people use quieter surroundings or lower-bandwidth options when video is difficult. Ask about the available session formats when you match and schedule so you know what will work best for your routine.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
North Dakota
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shelly address in therapy?
Shelly focuses on relationship and parenting issues, anger, and family conflict. She also supports people with communication problems, domestic violence impacts, and Veteran and Armed Forces related concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is laid back and collaborative, centered on building a strong therapeutic relationship. Sessions use clear, practical strategies and a pace that fits each person.
What is her professional background?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with three years of practice noted in this profile and additional experience in medical and mental health settings.
Where is she based and what credential does she hold?
She practices in North Dakota and holds the credential ND LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker in North Dakota.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.