About Jody Shelby
Focus areas
Couples Conflict Resolution
Couples Therapy
Marriage Conflict Resolution
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Couples
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Family / Marital
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family Systems
Emotionally Focused
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Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Jody Shelby
Jody Ann Shelby
I have over 20 years of professional experience and specialize in couples/marital therapy and relationship/family problems. Since attaining Post Graduate Training at New York University, I expanded my expertise in couples counseling by becoming a Certified Imago Relationship Therapist. In addition, I became a life coach in order to help my clients realize their goals.
Jody’s Qualifications
My initial work was in mental health and substance abuse and I became a counselor at American Express Company helping employees individually and in groups, as well as providing consultation and training to managers. I established a private practice in Rockville Centre over fifteen years ago helping adults with a wide range of emotional and relationship issues.
More About Me
Through my work, I realized that couples present unique and specific challenges for most therapists. In order to successfully meet these challenges, I trained through an organization called Imago Relationship International and acquired skills and knowledge to work effectively with couples. Imago therapy views conflict as an opportunity for growth and emphasizes the need for each partner to be heard and understood. The therapist provides a safe environment and acts as a neutral facilitator of this process.
Additionally, I am a more effective therapist for singles who are seeking relationships or currently in one. Imago therapy teaches that people choose partners who possess strengths that they themselves need to develop. Peoples’ relationship choices often reflect needs that were not fulfilled by their original caretakers. Given this framework, individuals focus on developing parts of themselves that have been neglected and grow to be more balanced and whole human beings. This helps them to make better relationship choices and be better partners.
I believe that people’s sense of emotional security and happiness often relates to the quality of their most intimate relationships.
What should a new client know about working with you?
I am specialized in working with Couples. In evaluating a couple, I look for their strengths and why they came together to begin with. We explore ways that they have become disconnected and the role that each partner plays in this process. The couple learns communication tools that creates better connection so they can practice on their own. The goal is to help the couples be more self aware, heal, and create a stronger, more satisfying bond.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
The first step is to get to know the couple and help them feel comfortable in meeting with me. When they sense that I have a sincere interest in helping them, we develop a bond. We then can explore relationships dynamics so they can become more aware of their typical patterns of behavior in the relationship. As we become more familiar with these, we can try new communications and behaviors to enhance and rebuild the relationship.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $200 for 60 minutes
Office location
Jody Shelby, LCSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- City University of New York, Hunter College, Master's in Social Work
NPI number
1750458592
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What practice does Jody Shelby work with?
Jody Shelby works with Rockville Centre Therapy.
Where is Jody Shelby's office located?
Jody Shelby has 2 office locations in Rockville Centre, view full addresses on Jody Shelby's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Jody Shelby?
Jody Shelby frequently sees patients for Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, Sleep Problems, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Jody Shelby on their profile.
What languages does Jody Shelby speak?
Jody Shelby speaks English.