Hello, my name is Shelby Williams and I am a graduate student at Lamar University currently working towards my master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and I am working under the supervision of Ms. Aneika Pruitt, LPC. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology at Tech University with a minor in Human Development and Family Sciences. My academic background and previous life experiences have helped shape my passion for counseling and wanting to help individuals, couples, and families from all communities become empowered.

My theoretical orientation for counseling is an integrative approach using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Adlerian Therapy, and Person-Centered Therapy. By combining these approaches, I aim to provide a holistic, client-centered, and evidence-based treatment plan. I encourage a collaborative relationship with my clients to create a therapeutic process that is a partnership and will help to empower clients to work through challenges while also developing skills and strategies that are needed to reach their goals.

I prioritize creating a safe, nonjudgemental environment where clients of all backgrounds can be heard. Each treatment plan will be based on unique concerns, client strengths, and supportive resources to assist clients with feeling empowered to take an active role in their healing process and highlight their resilience as their work towards personal growth and self-discovery.