Jessica Shelton

I am Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Masters degree in Clinical Counseling and a Bachelors in Psychology and Criminal Justice. I am a Virginia CIT instructor and a clinician vetted through VALEAP. My experience includes post critical incident debriefs and peer support.

My clinical background includes working in emergency behavioral health settings, where I help individuals stabilize during some of life’s most challenging moments.

I have a particular passion for working with individuals impacted by critical incidents, acute stress, adjustment to change, and those navigating anxiety, depression, and overwhelming life stress.

I believe therapy should be collaborative, practical, and centered on helping people move forward. While validation and support are essential, I believe therapy should also encourage growth. When clients are open to it, I can also work to help clients who are interested in change gain perspective and explore new ways of thinking about the challenges they face. I may gently challenge clients to consider alternative perspectives, build resilience, and develop practical tools they can use in their daily lives. My goal is not only to help people heal from difficult experiences, but also to help them grow, gain clarity, and move toward the life they want to create.

I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable sharing openly while knowing they will be met with compassion and respect. Holding space for emotions and difficult experiences is important my goal is for every client to find a safe space to process their experiences while also finding validation and someone that wants to understand.