What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Shelly has been an incredibly supportive and grounding presence over the past year. She is empathetic, a great listener, and consistently asks thoughtful follow-up questions that made me feel understood. She helped me manage anxiety, intrusive thoughts related to death, and self-image challenges, while also guiding me through difficult work situations that ultimately led to a positive career change. I’m very grateful for her care and highly recommend her services. ”
HFLess than 6 months ago
“She was very kind and a super good listener. Very much helped me feel comfortable talking. Asked lots of questions and was clearly very dedicated to her job and helping best she could. ”
Swank I.September 18, 2025Video visit
About Shelly Zhou
Focus areas
Adjustment Disorder
Low Self Esteem
Stress
Anxiety
Pediatric Psychotherapy
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Self Esteem Issues
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Family Systems
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Shelly Zhou
*This provider does not accept any Medicaid or Medicare plans*
Whether you're dealing with a big change in your life or have been feeling weighed down for a long time, I'm here to help you through it. Using a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, I empower my clients to develop the confidence and skills needed to overcome life's challenges. Through empathetic listening and evidence-based practices, I help clients reconnect with their authentic selves and lead fulfilling lives that are in alignment with their values.
I specialize in working with adolescents and young adults who struggle with issues related to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, and relationship challenges. I also love working with individuals who are interested in identity exploration and self-discovery.
Entering therapy can feel intimidating. It's not easy to open up and share vulnerable parts of ourselves, but I believe any potential discomfort can be well worth the ultimate reward. I hold a gentle and compassionate space to meet you where you are, and my hope is that together, we can move forward towards a path that feels supportive and impactful.
I earned my Master's in Mental Health Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania, which has equipped me with the knowledge and skills to provide thoughtful, effective care.
As endorsed by Shania Forbes on Psychology Today:
"Shelly creates a warm and welcoming space where clients feel truly heard and understood. She has a special way of helping adolescents and young adults feel seen, valued, and confident in who they are. Through her thoughtful guidance, she helps clients explore their strengths and values, empowering them to embrace their worth."
Shelly Zhou has a Master’s in Counseling from the University of Pennsylvania. Shelly is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC at Cerebral. Supervised by Eric Lavalle, Professional Counselor, LMHC10003474 (MA), PC011223 (PA).
What should a new client know about working with you?
I'm happy to work with anyone who is willing to take this brave step towards nourishing their mental health! As a young, Asian-American woman, I have a special affinity towards working with this population and at the same time am excited by working with people of different backgrounds and cultures. I am very experienced in working with children and adolescents and love to help adolescents thrive through difficult transition periods of development.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
I am a firm believer in the power of community and support. I believe no one deserves to struggle alone. I take a gentle and compassionate approach to meet you exactly where you are. I take a person-centered approach to my work, which means that I acknowledge that you are the expert of your own life. I’m not here to judge or tell you what to do. Instead, I’m here to listen and support you. Together, I hope to work with you to discover your authentic self, so that you can live a life in alignment with your true values.
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Education and background
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Education and training
- University of Pennsylvania, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1144066887
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Shelly has been an incredibly supportive and grounding presence over the past year. She is empathetic, a great listener, and consistently asks thoughtful follow-up questions that made me feel understood. She helped me manage anxiety, intrusive thoughts related to death, and self-image challenges, while also guiding me through difficult work situations that ultimately led to a positive career change. I’m very grateful for her care and highly recommend her services.
Less than 6 months agoHF
She was very kind and a super good listener. Very much helped me feel comfortable talking. Asked lots of questions and was clearly very dedicated to her job and helping best she could.
September 18, 2025Swank I.Verified patientVideo visit
Great doctor, thank you so much!!!
September 16, 2025Sabrina C.Verified patientVideo visit
January 5, 2026Cierra H.Verified patientVideo visit
December 29, 2025Najah W.Verified patientVideo visit
November 11, 2025Inaingo A.Verified patientVideo visit
October 13, 2025Initials hiddenVideo visit
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What practice does Shelly Zhou work with?
Shelly Zhou works with Cerebral.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shelly Zhou?
Shelly Zhou frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Shelly Zhou on their profile.
What languages does Shelly Zhou speak?
Shelly Zhou speaks English.
How do patients rate Shelly Zhou in reviews?
7 patients have reviewed Shelly Zhou. 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.