- Anxiety and depression
- Attachment and abandonment
- CBT and DBT methods
About Shelley
Shelley Aeschliman is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Wisconsin with 14 years of clinical experience. She helps people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship barriers, trauma or abuse, low motivation, and self-esteem concerns. Shelley’s work often focuses on early-adult stressors and relational struggles that can follow school, jobs, and moving into independence.
Shelley uses practical, conversation-based sessions. She draws on client-centered work to listen and prioritize what matters most to each person. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques are used to identify unhelpful thinking and try small behavior changes. She also integrates elements from Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Emotionally-Focused Therapy when emotions and relationship patterns are central.
Her style is direct and problem-focused. Sessions look at current problems, patterns from family of origin, and steps people can try between meetings. Common topics include attachment and abandonment issues, communication problems, codependency, impulsivity, and decision or commitment struggles.
Shelley has experience supporting people with co-occurring concerns and mood regulation features such as Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD). She also addresses guilt, shame, forgiveness, and control or dependent personality patterns as they come up in daily life.
People who meet with Shelley can expect clear goals, practical tools, and ongoing review of progress. She asks about what a person wants to change and adapts strategies across sessions. To begin, readers are invited to follow the site booking steps and complete the intake questionnaire before the first session.
How Shelley’s approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and prioritizing the client's concerns; it helps people clarify what matters to them and set personal goals. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and teaches practical steps to test small changes. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, DBT, brings skills for managing strong emotions and improving relationships when mood swings or impulsivity are a concern.Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Shelley will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and preferences. That means reviewing what helps and adjusting techniques as sessions progress so the plan stays relevant.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Many people find online sessions easier to fit into school, work, or caretaker schedules. Other practical benefits include shorter check-ins when needed, avoiding travel time, and choosing session times that align with a break from classes or shifts. Licensed professionals use these formats to keep therapy consistent with a person's everyday life while working toward stated goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Wisconsin
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she work with most often?
Shelley commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship barriers, trauma and abuse, and self-esteem concerns. Her additional focus areas include attachment and family of origin issues, codependency, impulsivity, and commitment or control problems.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and conversation-based, using client-centered listening alongside goal-focused techniques. Sessions review current problems, set goals, and try concrete steps between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 14 years of experience working in behavioral health and related settings. That background informs work on mood, relationships, and coping strategies.
What credential and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, licensed in Wisconsin. Her practice location is listed as Wisconsin.
Can I see her if I live outside the United States?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are offered in English to people located in the United States.
What session formats are available?
Session formats were not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are offered.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on your location and the site subscription terms.
How do I get started with a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button on the site, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session after matching.
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