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Shell Freeman, LMSW

Michigan LMSW specializing in trauma and relationships
  • Stress and anxiety
  • LGBTQ support
  • Trauma recovery

About Shell Freeman

Shell Freeman is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) practicing in Michigan with 9 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of life challenges. She has worked extensively with individuals facing depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, parenting and career pressures, obsessive-compulsive patterns, ADHD, mood disorders including borderline personality presentations, and the effects of physical trauma and emotional abuse. She also has experience assisting people navigating the LGBTQ coming out process.

Her clinical style is genuine, interactive, and rooted in respect, sensitivity, and compassion. Shell integrates cognitive-behavioral techniques and Dialectical Behavior Therapy alongside psychodynamic and rational-emotive ideas to create adaptable treatment plans tailored to each person’s needs. She emphasizes collaboration, inviting clients to partner in identifying meaningful goals and practical steps toward change.

Shell focuses on building strengths, improving relationships, and helping clients find strategies that support lasting adjustments in day-to-day life. She aims to empower people to move toward a life they value by combining acceptance with clear guidance and skill-building.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

AddictionsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobia

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shell Freeman have?

Shell Freeman has 9 years of experience working as a mental health therapist.

Is Shell Freeman a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shell Freeman holds an LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker - and is licensed in Michigan (MI LMSW 6801107854).

In which languages does Shell Freeman provide therapy?

Shell Freeman provides therapy in English.

Where is Shell Freeman located?

Shell Freeman is located in Michigan.

How can I work with Shell Freeman as my therapist?

You can work with Shell Freeman through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shell Freeman work with international clients?

Yes, Shell Freeman works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shell Freeman cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches for Online Care and Skill Building

Shell Freeman draws on evidence-informed methods to support clients in an online setting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood-related concerns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility so they can pursue meaningful actions even when difficult emotions are present. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills in emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, which can be especially useful for intense emotions and relationship challenges.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shell collaborates with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, then tailors methods and interventions so that treatment feels relevant and achievable. This collaborative stance helps determine which combination of techniques will best support progress.

Online sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. Working with licensed professionals in these formats can make it easier to maintain consistent care, practice skills between sessions, and access support from wherever the client is located.

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