Hi there, I'm Shell!

My career has been predominantly built on the person-in-environment theory, and I believe in considering the individual experiences of every client.

My focus

Because of my training as a Dialectical Behavioral Therapist, my typical client is looking for assistance in emotion regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Personality disorders and mood disorders are conditions I most frequently treat.

My approach

My approach focuses on strengths and individuality, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Culturally Sensitive, Dialectical (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Interpersonal, Solution Focused Brief (SFBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused, Couples Therapy, Grief Therapy, Group Therapy, and Mindfulness-Based methods.

My communication style

My tone is compassionate, honest, and established through evidence-based practices. Working with me feels inviting, accepting, empowering, and consistent.

My journey to mental healthcare

My career goals developed through years of volunteer work with family and community groups. I became interested in providing resources and observing how they changed people's lives. Assisting individuals in removing barriers and developing lives worth living drives my motivation.

My goals for you

Goal setting is unique for each client, and I strongly believe my clients are the experts on themselves and therefore, should guide the goal-setting process. Client-driven; client-centered goals create buy-in for the therapy process.

Our first session

Clients can expect warm engagement, clarity about what I can offer, and an opportunity to receive feedback that is affirming, validating, and supportive. My aim is to assist each client with preparing for goal setting and achievement.

I identify as...

Female
Biracial or Multiracial

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Mindfulness-Based

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Focus populations

BIPOC

LGBTQIA+

Military/Veterans

Open Relationships/Non-Monogamy

Police/Fire/First Responders

Racial Justice

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy
Couples Therapy

Ages served

Adults
Minors

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

GEHA or UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) from Wayne State University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

21751 W 11 Mile Rd, Southfield, MI 48076

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Shell Freeman