Shellie Locke

Shellie Locke is a licensed clinical psychologist practicing in Wisconsin and Illinois. She has 30 years of experience and a background in developmental neuropsychology. Shellie sees people across a broad age range and listens to life stories with care and respect.

She prefers a practical approach that matches methods to each person’s needs. Shellie uses cognitive behavioral techniques, client-centered methods, dialectical behavior ideas, trauma-informed care, and neuropsychological perspectives when they fit the situation. Her work focuses on real problems like depression, ADHD, panic attacks, and the effects of trauma and abuse.

Parents and caregivers often come for help with stress, behavior concerns, and relationship patterns that affect daily life. Shellie also helps people who feel stuck because of abandonment, shame, impulsivity, isolation, or difficulty with money and life purpose. Narcissism and attachment issues are listed among her focus areas for people seeking clarity about relational patterns.

Sessions move at a practical pace. She will listen, assess strengths and challenges, and outline steps clients can try between meetings. The approach aims to build skills for managing mood, improving communication, and reducing panic and stress.

Shellie works with each person to track progress and adjust methods as needed. She emphasizes straightforward strategies and clear goals so people can notice small changes that add up to better day-to-day functioning.

Approaches that guide online care

Shellie uses practical, evidence-based techniques to guide therapy. Cognitive behavioral methods focus on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and on testing new ways of coping. This approach is often used for depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and mood management.

Client-centered methods emphasize listening and building a trusting relationship so people feel heard and can explore goals at their own pace. Trauma-informed ideas shape how she responds to past hurt, helping people regain a sense of safety and control over daily life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will work with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. Plans are adjusted over time based on what helps most and what feels manageable for the client.

Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not listed in the original profile. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life and reduce travel time. It can also allow shorter check-ins or flexible scheduling around work and caregiving. Ask about practical details when you match so you know how sessions will work for your routine and concerns.