- Stress and anxiety
- Self-esteem support
- ADHD and focus
About Shirley
Shirley Savage-Hampton is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Nevada with 10 years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. Shirley also focuses on family of origin issues and a range of related concerns such as caregiver stress, communication problems, and feelings of emptiness.
Shirley uses an integrative approach that draws on cognitive-behavioral ideas to help people spot and reframe unhelpful thoughts. She uses client-centered conversation to encourage reflection and to clarify goals. She also teaches practical coping skills drawn from dialectical behavior approaches to help with emotion regulation and impulsivity.
Sessions include straightforward skill practice, short goal-setting steps, and discussion about how early family roles and patterns still affect current behavior. She offers tools for improving concentration, managing stress, and building confidence after difficult experiences. Techniques mentioned include mindfulness, structured goal plans, and stepwise skill-building exercises.
Her style is direct and practical. She focuses on actions people can try between sessions and on clear ways to measure progress. Shirley avoids labels in favor of understanding what a person needs and what is realistic to work on right now.
Shirley practices in Nevada and sees adults in English. To begin, clients are asked to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options provided. The subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time.
Therapeutic approaches and how online sessions function
Shirley describes an integrative use of cognitive-behavioral techniques and client-centered conversation in her practice. Cognitive-behavioral techniques focus on identifying and changing unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. They are often used for anxiety, depression, and attention challenges by teaching specific steps to reframe thinking and set measurable goals.Client-centered conversation emphasizes active listening and reflective dialogue. This approach helps people clarify what matters to them, set priorities, and increase self-awareness so they can make practical changes between sessions.
Finding the right mix of methods is part of the work. Shirley will discuss options and together with the client decide which techniques to try based on needs, goals, and what feels manageable. The process is collaborative and may shift as progress is reviewed.
The site describes how to start: complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. The biography does not specify session formats here, so confirm current session options before booking. Online appointments can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce the need to arrange long breaks from work or caregiving duties.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Nevada
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, depression, and ADHD, plus related family of origin concerns and caregiver stress.
How would you describe her approach in sessions?
She uses an integrative method combining cognitive-behavioral ideas, client-centered conversation, and dialectical behavior strategies to teach practical skills and reframe thoughts.
How much experience does she have?
She has 10 years of experience as a clinician working with the listed concerns and related areas such as communication problems and isolation.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Nevada and practices from that state.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm pricing details during the sign-up process.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the provided steps.
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