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Shelly Donovan

Marriage and Family Therapy Associate Life Directions Counseling, PLLC
Available in July
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Relationship Issues, Abuse Survivors,
Insurance: Aetna, Anthem, Cigna, Ambetter, BlueCross and BlueShield,

Introduction

Hi, I’m Shelly Donovan, a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate. I work with adult individuals and couples who want to feel more connected, confident, and emotionally secure, both within themselves and in their relationships. Before becoming a therapist, I was a teacher and also worked in the nonprofit and insurance sectors. Across all of these roles, one thing remained consistent: my deep desire to support people in meaningful ways. That desire eventually led me to the field of therapy. In my work today, I help clients untangle painful patterns, heal emotional wounds, and build stronger, more fulfilling connections. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma, or life transitions, I offer a compassionate space where you can slow down, breathe, and explore what you truly need. I use Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), a research-based approach that helps people move from disconnection and distress toward deeper emotional safety and closeness. My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in the belief that change happens when we feel understood. If you’re ready to feel more connected and less alone in what you’re carrying, I’d be honored to walk alongside you.

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers

Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Specialties

Additional focus areas


Treatment Approaches


Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Age groups

  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Shelly Donovan accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • Ambetter
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • First Choice Health

Pay out-of-pocket

  • Self Pay Intake (Couples and Individuals) $0 - $175
  • Self Pay Regular Session (Couples and Individuals) $0 - $150

Locations

Online Counseling
Meeting ID 897 7618 4825, Passc-ode 3105Boone
Want a Telehealth appointment?

Frequently asked questions

Is Shelly Donovan accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Shelly Donovan is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. Shelly Donovan also offers a free consultation.
Does Shelly Donovan offer telehealth appointments? Shelly Donovan does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does Shelly Donovan specialize in? Shelly Donovan specializes in the following areas: Abuse Survivors, Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Attachment Issues, Avoidant Personality, Blended Families, Career Counseling, Codependency, Couples Counseling, Depression, Divorce, Existential Crisis, Infidelity, Life Transitions, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Suicidal Ideation, Trauma, Women's Health, Women's Issues, Burnout, and Compassion Fatigue.

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