Shelly Grabiak, LCSW

Shelly Grabiak is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who approaches therapy from an evidence-based perspective and a relationship focus. She speaks English and Spanish and practices in Florida. Shelly frames therapy as a process that helps people reconnect with what matters to them and take steps toward clearer choices and goals.

Shelly has five years as an LCSW and a longer history working across many care settings. Her background includes roles in suicide prevention, domestic violence and community hotlines, hospitals and clinics, addiction treatment centers, and hospice and palliative home care. That breadth informs how she talks with people about hard experiences.

Her work addresses stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, and coping with life changes. She also supports people facing aging and geriatric issues, caregiver strain, chronic pain or illness, codependency, communication and control problems, and challenges linked to addiction or domestic violence.

Shelly uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions and tailors approaches to each person. She emphasizes authenticity, courage, integrity, and compassion in the room. Sessions aim to help people spot unhelpful patterns, build coping strategies, and make changes that match their values.

Outside of clinical work she continues professional learning and enjoys time outdoors, yoga, meditation, and activities with family and animals. The practical thread in her approach is helping people find clearer direction and actionable next steps toward a life that feels more aligned.

How evidence-based techniques work in online therapy

Shelly uses a range of evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide sessions in a relationship-focused way. One approach she often draws on helps people notice thought and behavior patterns that keep stress and anxiety active, then practices alternatives that reduce distress and improve daily functioning. Another common strand focuses on processing trauma and building safety and coping skills so painful memories interfere less with current life.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shelly works with each person to pick methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. She adjusts the plan over time based on what helps most and on feedback from the person in therapy.

If you are considering online therapy, check which session formats the therapist currently offers before booking. Many people find online sessions make it easier to fit therapy into work or family schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for consistent check-ins between in-person visits. Others appreciate options that require less bandwidth or let them do a shorter phone check-in when time is limited. Confirming available formats will help you choose the setup that best fits your life and goals.