Shelbi Simmons

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 24 years of experience providing individual psychotherapy. If you’re a physician or a high-performing professional, chances are you’ve gotten used to powering through stress, suppressing emotions, and suffering in silence. I specialize in working with physicians, healthcare workers, and professionals navigating burnout, perfectionism, depression, and anxiety, especially those who fear being judged, misunderstood, or labeled for seeking therapy. I understand the cultural, institutional, and internal pressures that make it hard to seek supportive therapy.

My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but more importantly, it’s grounded in you. Our work will be client-centered, collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your pace. I offer nonjudgmental space where you can unpack the weight you’ve been carrying, reconnect to your strengths, and learn skills to manage stress long-term.

From all sessions attended, you will feel heard, and it is essential and empowering to attain insight and awareness about yourself for meaningful change and growth. As Frederick Douglass said, “If there is a no struggle, there is no progress.” You don’t have to walk this road alone. Let’s make your healing journey one of transformation, not isolation. You’re allowed to be the one who helps everyone and still ask for help. Let’s begin.