Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 57 ratings

Shelby Cordeiro

LCSW, 11 years of experience

Authentic
Warm
Open-minded

About me

Hello, and congratulations on the first step of your mental health journey! Looking for a therapist can be overwhelming, so let me tell you a little about what you can expect in sessions with me. I became a therapist to help others find healing and create a life they enjoy. My clients often describe my sessions as accepting, validating, and educational. I want to help you explore your emotions, gain insights, and develop realistic coping skills. I work with you as a team to help you identify areas to improve and learn practical skills for a positive impact on your life. You are the expert on you, but you don't have to do it alone.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

My goal is for clients to feel comfortable and excited to participate in the therapeutic process. I consider myself a creative therapist with laid back sessions that often involve laughter and a safe space to experience any emotions you are carrying.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

Having worked with people who have experienced various traumas, I've developed a tried-and-true playbook for helping you (a) identify the root cause of your challenges and (b) create a tailored plan that leads to measurable progress.

The clients I'm best positioned to serve

In my experience therapy is not a one size fit all experience. I have experience with multiple evidence based therapeutic approaches and like to work with my clients to find the best approach for them. I currently offer virtual therapy for all ages. My focus is on education and empowerment, fostering a supportive online space for transformative experiences.

Specialties

Top specialties

Other specialties

Chronic IllnessDepressionSelf Esteem

I identify as

Serves ages

My treatment methods

Trauma-Focused CBT

I provide Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for people under 18 who have experienced trauma

Acceptance and commitment (ACT)

I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment therapy during individual sessions.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Acceptance and Commitment therapy during individual sessions.

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

I provide Trauma Focused Cognitive Processing Therapy for people over 18 who have experienced trauma

Location

Virtual

Accepts

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Rated 5.0 stars out of 5, 57 ratings

7 ratings with written reviews

July 8, 2025

I like that Shelby is gentle, and makes great suggestions. I have been in 4 sessions with her and I feel like she pays attentions to my concerns. So grateful to have her in my care team.

Verified client, age 45-54

Review shared after session 5 with Shelby

June 3, 2025

Just within my intake session, Shelby picked up personality traits of mine that I had been questioning for a long time. She asked a lot of questions about all stages of life, and as I talked through them I even started seeing correlations that I hadn’t before. Very much looking forward to my future sessions with Shelby and learning more about myself and being educated on how to live a better life!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Shelby

May 5, 2025

Very understanding of how I was feeling and she made sure I was ok the entire time. Would love to have her again.

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Shelby