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Shelby Friery, LPC

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shelby is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shelby. View 2 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Idaho

Recent reviews

Help me get life figured out.

Reviewed January 2024

Shelby is very kind and personable and has great recommendations to help me navigate tough situations. Everyone needs someone like Shelby in their lives to communicate comfortably with.

Reviewed January 2024

More about Shelby

  • 7 years' experience
  • Female
  • LPC

Hello, I’m so glad you’re here! I am Dr. Shelby Friery, a counselor and counselor educator with a background and expertise in individuals aged pre-k to 18, but I’ve worked all across the lifespan as a counselor. My primary background is in school counseling but I am currently a professor who conducts research and trains future counselors how to work with clients. I approach counseling with the idea that we will work together to accomplish your goals. I do this with patience, support, understanding, compassion, and humor to find ways for you to find the success YOU want. I look forward to working with you!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Trauma and abuse Grief Self esteem Coping with life changes Communication problems Forgiveness Guilt and shame Self-love

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shelby Friery's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942079181.

  • LPC · Idaho · LPC-10106 · Expires July 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Shelby Friery

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

4.5

2 reviews

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Clients mention: Great

Help me get life figured out.

Reviewed January 2024

Shelby is very kind and personable and has great recommendations to help me navigate tough situations. Everyone needs someone like Shelby in their lives to communicate comfortably with.

Reviewed January 2024

How was your experience with Shelby?

Frequently asked questions

Does Shelby Friery offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shelby Friery works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Shelby Friery speak?

Shelby Friery speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shelby Friery have?

Shelby Friery has 7 years of experience.

Where is Shelby Friery licensed to practice?

Shelby Friery is licensed to practice in Idaho.

Does Shelby Friery accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shelby Friery does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Shelby Friery offer?

Shelby Friery offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shelby Friery?

Shelby Friery can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Shelby Friery?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.