Licensed clinical social worker recordNorth Dakota
Shelly Carbo, LCSW
North Dakota
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Relationships and Parenting
Continue with ShellyCredentials check
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in North Dakota
- LCSW, licence 6069
- NPI
- 1609030568
- Experience
- 3 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- North Dakota
These details come from information Shelly supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Relationship communication
- Anger management
- Mindfulness and CBT
About Shelly
Shelly Carbo is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in North Dakota with three years listed experience. She focuses on relationship concerns, parenting questions, anger, and family issues. She also notes additional work around communication problems, domestic violence, and veteran and armed forces issues. Sessions are described as straightforward and practical in tone.
Shelly uses therapy methods that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, the Gottman Method, Mindfulness Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. In sessions she emphasizes building a working relationship and then using methods that fit the problem at hand. Conversations often move toward concrete steps for changing unhelpful patterns and improving communication.
Her background includes work in medical and mental health settings prior to clinical practice. That experience informs a pragmatic approach to stress, anxiety, anger, and issues related to abuse. She has worked with couples on communication and with children and teens who have experienced or witnessed family violence.
Shelly describes her style as laid back but structured around a therapeutic relationship and clear goals. Expect a mix of talking through current problems, learning strategies from CBT and mindfulness, and applying Gottman tools for relationship skills. Motivational Interviewing is used when people are weighing change options.
If a reader wants to proceed the usual next steps are completing a brief questionnaire and scheduling an initial session. Confirm current session formats and scheduling details before booking to make sure they match practical needs.
BHow sessions work
Therapeutic approaches used in online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, reflection, and supporting people to set their own goals. It helps when someone needs a nonjudgmental place to sort out feelings and decide on next steps.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. It uses clear strategies and exercises to reduce anxiety, manage anger, and change unhelpful reactions.
The Gottman Method provides practical tools for couples to improve communication and reduce recurring arguments. It emphasizes specific skills for speaking and listening more effectively.
Choosing the right method is part of the work. The therapist will discuss which approaches fit the client’s goals and preferences, and will adjust the plan as needed. This is a collaborative process where methods are matched to current concerns and real-life constraints.
Confirm the session formats available before booking so they fit your schedule and needs. The practical benefits of online sessions include fitting therapy into a workday, shorter check-ins when needed, and avoiding travel time. Check the platform options when you start to learn how sessions will be scheduled and managed.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
North Dakota
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
Shelly works with relationship issues, parenting challenges, anger, and family concerns. She also lists communication problems, domestic violence, and veteran and armed forces issues as additional focus areas.
What is her general therapy style?
Her approach is described as laid back with structure. She emphasizes a working therapeutic relationship and practical steps drawn from several methods.
How much clinical experience does she have?
The profile lists three years of experience in clinical practice. It also notes prior work in medical and mental health settings.
Where is she licensed and what is her credential?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential shown as ND LCSW, licensed in North Dakota.
Does she offer sessions in other languages?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients be seen?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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