Shelby Martini, LPC

Shelby Martini is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Idaho who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, and changes in life. She supports those dealing with grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, ADHD, bipolar mood issues, and challenges tied to identity and isolation. Shelby writes plainly and listens closely to each person's story.

She uses a warm, engaging style and treats people with respect and sensitivity. Shelby practices from a trauma-informed perspective and draws on client-centered and mindfulness approaches to shape sessions. She avoids stigmatizing labels and tailors conversations and plans to each person's needs.

In sessions she focuses on practical steps and clearer thinking. Shelby helps people talk through painful memories, manage overwhelming feelings, and find tools for daily coping. She also addresses problems like obsessive thoughts, substance concerns, family stress, and questions about life purpose.

With seven years of professional experience, Shelby blends different methods to match what works best for each person. She can help people who have experienced brain injury-related changes alongside trauma and mood symptoms. Her approach looks for small, steady progress rather than quick fixes.

To begin, Shelby asks people to describe their immediate concerns and goals so the two of them can build a plan together. She emphasizes collaboration, pacing, and practical coping strategies people can use between sessions.

How Shelby Uses Client-Centered and Trauma-Focused Care Online

Client-Centered Therapy is about following the person's lead. Shelby listens closely, reflects what she hears, and helps people make sense of their own goals and choices. This approach supports people who feel stuck or unsure about their next steps.

Mindfulness Therapy helps people notice thoughts and feelings without getting swept away by them. Shelby uses short mindfulness practices and grounding techniques to reduce overwhelm and improve focus, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress-related reactions.

Trauma-Focused Therapy addresses how past harm affects day-to-day life now. Shelby works to create a steady pace for processing painful memories and reducing triggers, and she pairs that work with practical coping tools for everyday situations.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shelby will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and how they respond to different methods. Together they decide which techniques to try first and adjust the plan as needed.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Shelby emphasizes making therapy fit everyday life, such as scheduling around work, using shorter check-ins when time is tight, or choosing approaches that don’t require being on camera. These practical choices help people keep therapy consistent and usable alongside daily demands.