Counseling With Shelley

Counseling Services

Counseling with Shelley, LLC is a professional counseling service that offers a range of therapeutic interventions to help individuals, couples, and families cope with various issues, including addiction, communication problems, relationship difficulties, and behavioral changes. Our services are designed to empower our clients to take control of their lives and achieve their goals in a relaxed and supportive environment.

As a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed clinical addiction counselor, and certified domestic violence counselor, Shelley Spencer-Hellmich has extensive knowledge and experience in addressing mind-body interactions through various fields, including marriage and family therapy, alcohol and drug abuse, psychophysiology, sports counseling, and hypnotherapy. She specializes in working with addictions, particularly alcohol and drug use, and has particular expertise in working with family members affected by addiction.

At Counseling with Shelley, LLC, we understand the importance of addressing the whole person, including their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. That's why we incorporate a variety of therapeutic interventions, including cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, relaxation, guided imagery, and hypnosis, to improve our clients' overall health, well-being, and productivity.

Our individual counseling services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client and are designed to help them address specific issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and stress. We work with clients to identify their strengths, develop coping strategies, and build resilience to overcome life's challenges.

Our group therapy services provide a supportive and safe space for individuals to share their experiences, learn from each other, and build a sense of community. We offer a range of group therapy sessions, including addiction recovery groups, communication skills groups, and relationship enhancement groups.

Guided Imagery and Hypnosis Services

The power of guided imagery and hypnosis is being recognized in research and medical communities as an effective tool in improving overall health, well-being, and productivity. At Counseling with Shelley, LLC, we offer guided imagery and hypnosis services to help our clients achieve their goals, reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance their overall well-being.

Studies have shown that patients who use guided imagery prior to surgery are released from the hospital with fewer pain medicines three to four days sooner than usual. Insurance companies are taking notice of the benefits of guided imagery and hypnosis, and more and more healthcare providers are incorporating these interventions into their practices.

Our guided imagery and hypnosis services are tailored to meet the unique needs of each client and are designed to help them tap into their subconscious mind, visualize their goals, and create a positive mindset. We offer a range of guided imagery and hypnosis sessions, including stress reduction, habit control, goal attainment, and pain management.

Education Classes

At Counseling with Shelley, LLC, we believe that education and personal development are essential tools for achieving overall well-being. That's why we offer interactive workshops and classes on cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques, relaxation, guided imagery, and hypnosis.

Our education classes are designed to provide clients with the knowledge and skills they need to enhance their overall well-being and improve their productivity. Each class includes personalized handouts and a relaxation CD, and meets for five hours over the course of one day.

About Shelley Spencer-Hellmich

Shelley Spencer-Hellmich, PhD, LMFT, LCAC, CADACIV, CDVC, is a licensed marriage and family therapist, licensed clinical addiction counselor, and certified domestic violence counselor. She has a B.A. in Psychology from Indiana University, a M.S. in Marriage and Family Therapy from Butler University, and a Ph. D. in Psychology from Saybrook University.

Shelley has extensive knowledge and experience in addressing mind-body interactions through various fields, including marriage and family therapy, alcohol and drug abuse, psychophysiology, sports counseling, and hypnotherapy. She has a particular expertise in working with addictions, particularly alcohol and drug use, and has extensive knowledge in the areas of co-dependency, communication skills, work stress, relationship enhancement, family interactions, children's issues, health and wellness, and working with anxiety and depressive disorders.

Shelley is a skilled therapist who is committed to helping her clients achieve behavioral changes in a relaxed and supportive environment, resulting in life-long enhancement. She is a member of various professional organizations, including the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy, the Indiana Counselors Association on Alcohol & Drug Abuse, and the National Association of Forensic Counselors.