Mrs. Emily Shelton, LPC-MHSP, LCPC, LMHC, CADC, CAGCS

(she/her)
Preferred Name: Emily

EMDR Certified Therapist

EMDR Consultant-in-Training

Online Therapy

About Me

I'm Emily Shelton, a dedicated Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a passion for helping individuals navigate the complexities of anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use disorders. My mission is to create a warm and welcoming environment where you can embark on a journey toward self-discovery and well-being. I specialize in supporting individuals dealing with the challenges of anxiety or depression, the pain of grief and trauma, and the struggles related to substance use.

Education & Experience

BS Psychology- UoP 2014 MHS Addiction Studies with a concentration in mental health- Governors State University- 2018 I am a clinical mental health counselor licensed in IL IN, and TN, a grief therapist, and a substance use counselor. I am trained in EMDR and working toward certification. I have been in the field for about 8 years. I currently work in a private practice setting. I have also worked in many different treatment settings including residential treatment, recovery homes, community mental health centers, homeless shelters, home-based treatment at my clients’ homes, and in the community.

Professional & Volunteer Affiliations

EMDRIA, ICB

Specialty Area

  • Addictions
  • Alcohol/Substance Abuse
  • Anxiety/Panic Attacks
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Grief/Loss/Mourning
  • Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Traumatic Incident

Population Served

  • Adolescents (13-17)
  • Adults
  • Group

Language

  • English

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • BlueCross BlueShield
  • Cigna
  • Medicaid
  • Sliding Scale
  • TRICARE