Christina Shelley, MSW, LCSW, Knoxville, TN

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

About Christina Shelley

Focus areas

Addiction / Substance Abuse

Bipolar Disorder

Anxiety

Depression

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Christina Shelley

Christina Shelley helps adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors in Tennessee navigate emotional challenges with steady, compassionate, and clinically grounded care. Practicing at LifeStance Health, she provides individualized therapy and case management for people seeking relief from distress, improved coping skills, and greater stability during difficult life transitions. She treats adolescents and teens, as well as adults and older adults, with a primary focus on grief, anxiety, and ADHD, while offering additional support for a broad range of mental health concerns. Christina understands that symptoms often intersect with life stage, family dynamics, and health stressors, and she works collaboratively to help clients regain a sense of control and hope. She incorporates evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Exposure Therapy, and offers additional therapeutic strategies as clinically appropriate. Christina is especially passionate about supporting individuals navigating complex and high-stress circumstances. She has significant experience working with people recently discharged from psychiatric hospitals, those involved in court-ordered treatment, and individuals facing current legal matters. In these situations, she emphasizes structure, accountability, and emotional safety, helping clients stabilize, build insight, and move forward with practical tools and clear goals. She also has experience serving populations such as Military/Veterans, First Responders, and individuals involved in Adoption or Foster Care, and provides additional areas of care beyond her primary specialties to meet each client's unique needs.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Young Adult Issues

Depression

New Patient Visit

Pediatric Tics / Tourette Syndrome

Psychotherapy

Office location

LifeStance Health - Tennessee

11840 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934

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Education and background

Practice names

LifeStance Health - Tennessee

Education and training

The Catholic University of America, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1235595844

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Overall rating

5.00

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Christina Shelley?

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Is Christina Shelley accepting new patients?

Christina Shelley generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Christina Shelley's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Christina Shelley accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Christina Shelley online?

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What practice does Christina Shelley work with?

Christina Shelley works with LifeStance Health - Tennessee.

Where is Christina Shelley's office located?

Christina Shelley's office is located at 11840 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, TN 37934.

What are common reasons for patients to see Christina Shelley?

Christina Shelley frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Christina Shelley on their profile.