What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Courtney is very skilled in her specific niche of sports psychology! Her knowledge and experience in her field sets her apart from others!”
CMMore than 1 year ago
“Courtney is so good at working with athletes and you feel like she really gets you. She really understands the mindset, the drive, the difficulties. Never asks you to sacrifice your goals to be more "mentally healthy." She also has a style that makes it easy to talk about the hard stuff like eating and how you feel about your body as an athlete. Such a good choice for a therapist! ”
KHMore than 1 year ago
About Courtney Shields
Focus areas
Adult Psychotherapy
Disordered Eating
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Perfectionism
Burnout
Sport / Performance Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Culturally Sensitive
Strength-Based
Narrative
Positive Psychology
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Courtney Shields
**I ONLY SEE CLIENTS WHO ARE TEXAS RESIDENTS**
Do you feel stuck between wanting to heal but not wanting to sacrifice your success? Do you feel burned out, exhausted, and ready to quit but still want to achieve your goals? Being an athlete and achiever comes with a lot of responsibility and expectation that can leave you feeling lost in the process. If you have been feeling frustrated and like you're hitting a brick wall in your mental health, eating, body image, or identity, I am the therapist ready to work with you!
With a Master’s in Counseling Psychology from Angelo State University, I use a collaborative approach to create a unique treatment plan tailored to help you accomplish your goals. Together, we will find a path forward that supports both your success and your well-being—without asking you to sacrifice what you have achieved. I believe you can have it all: your health, your sport or career, and fulfillment and joy.
What should a new client know about working with you?
**I ONLY SEE CLIENTS WHO ARE TEXAS RESIDENTS**
If you're someone struggling with performance, eating concerns, body image concerns, or life transitions I am ready to help you tackle these topics together!
There are numerous ways to approach therapy, but I believe that attuning to your unique needs and collaborating on how to achieve your goals will help you be the most successful in the quickest way. If you feel like your life experiences and values impact who you are, how you believe the world works, and how you operate within these different systems of our world, we can explore these values together and help you learn to live a life that is more aligned with your values and experiences. However, if these values or experiences are causing you pain I will help you to learn ways to distance yourself from them which makes it easier to identify the skills and values you hold that aid you in overcoming problems and creating a values-aligned life.
If you want a space where you truly feel like you have a voice and equal power to make decisions for your life - welcome! We will work together to identify what to discuss in session, what skills to implement, and what to practice outside of session. I will act as the bumpers to ensure we are moving toward your goals, but you get to choose how fast, slow, and in what direction we go to reach those goals. I will help you to identify tangible, practical, achievable steps forward that can alleviate distress and create real change in your life without telling you what to do or shaming you into action.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
**I ONLY SEE CLIENTS WHO ARE TEXAS RESIDENTS**
In our initial session, I will be assessing to see if your needs and my knowledge are a good fit to work together. If we agree we are a good fit, we will spend the next 2-5 sessions determining your goals and how to reach them. From there, we will get to work processing, rewriting stories, learning tangible skills, and finding ways to implement them to achieve your goals for therapy. Throughout this process I welcome feedback and collaboration to ensure we are focusing on what you need each session. Our work is fluid and ever changing, just like you!
Courtney Shields, LPC is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $210 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $185 for 50 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
I provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement as well as accept Health Savings Account funds.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Angelo State University, Master's in Counseling Psychology
Professional memberships
- American Psychological Association
NPI number
1992468342
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Courtney is very skilled in her specific niche of sports psychology! Her knowledge and experience in her field sets her apart from others!
More than 1 year agoCM
Courtney is so good at working with athletes and you feel like she really gets you. She really understands the mindset, the drive, the difficulties. Never asks you to sacrifice your goals to be more "mentally healthy." She also has a style that makes it easy to talk about the hard stuff like eating and how you feel about your body as an athlete. Such a good choice for a therapist!
More than 1 year agoKH
Courtney is so connected to her clients! Its evident she really really really cares and has sooooo much knowledge about sports psychology and mindset in general.
More than 1 year agoKH
How soon can I make an appointment with Courtney Shields?
Generally, Courtney Shields has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Courtney Shields's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Courtney Shields accepting new patients?
Courtney Shields generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Courtney Shields's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Courtney Shields accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Courtney Shields online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Courtney Shields using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Courtney Shields work with?
Courtney Shields works with FARE Wellness, PLLC.
What are common reasons for patients to see Courtney Shields?
Courtney Shields frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Courtney Shields on their profile.
What languages does Courtney Shields speak?
Courtney Shields speaks English.
How do patients rate Courtney Shields in reviews?
3 patients have reviewed Courtney Shields. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.