Shalyn Shorter, LICSW, RI | Psychotherapist

About Shalyn Shorter

Focus areas

Anxiety

Depression

Stress

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Therapy

Couples Therapy

Psychotherapy

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Families

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Treatment approaches

Coaching

Dialectical (DBT)

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Culturally Sensitive

Person-Centered

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Christian

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shalyn Shorter

Hi there! My name is Shalyn Shorter, and I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Rhode Island. I earned my Master's in Social Work from Rhode Island College and work with children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, life stresses, and parenting support. My approach I provide an individualized and eclectic approach to therapy, frequently drawing from cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral methods. I utilize a strengths-based and client-centered focus, believing that you are the expert of your own life. My focus I typically work with children, adolescents, and adults and have experience treating conditions such as trauma, anxiety, and depression. My communication style I strive to provide an empathetic and supportive environment, taking things at your pace. Our sessions will be free of judgment and an opportunity to share whatever you feel comfortable with.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Racism Issues

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Parenting Counseling

Peer Relationship Struggles

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Rhode Island

Education and training

Rhode Island College, Master's in Social Work

NPI number

1548081367

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What practice does Shalyn Shorter work with?

Shalyn Shorter works with Rula Health - Rhode Island.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shalyn Shorter?

Shalyn Shorter frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shalyn Shorter on their profile.