Therapy in Onslow County, NC and across NC, VA, DC, SC, & FL
Start feeling like yourself and make room for joy again.
Online therapy for all the stages and struggles of motherhood.
You wish someone would check in on you for once.
Some days, it feels like you’re barely holding it together. The sleepless nights, the worry, the stress—it’s all weighing on you. Maybe your journey included years of infertility, a traumatic birth, a NICU stay, or the loss of a child, and the pain feels unbearable at times.
Whether this is your first, second, or third time as a mom, it doesn’t seem to be getting easier. And what’s even more frustrating is that you feel like you should be able to handle it all… and well, you’re not.
And on top of it all, there may be a part of you starting to notice motherhood triggering old wounds—maybe from your own childhood or other past experiences. The things you didn’t get when you were younger, the ways you weren’t mothered, and now you’re left wondering, “How do I give my child what I didn’t get?”
Your thoughts—whether you say them out loud or not—might sound like…
“I miss my old life.”
“How am I supposed to do all this? It feels like no one’s taking care of me."
“Why am I so angry or sad all the time? I feel like I’m failing.”
“I’m scared I’m not doing it right.”
“I’m not a good enough mom.”
"I don’t know how to handle all these emotions."
"I’m always the one who has to do everything."
“I love my baby, but I just don’t feel like myself.”
You’re not failing.
You’re just carrying too much on your own, and it’s time to let someone help lighten the load.
Hi, I’m Shelley.
Motherhood is no joke. It’s messy, beautiful, and—let’s be real—sometimes downright overwhelming.
Whether you’re navigating the sleepless nights of postpartum, processing the trauma of a birth experience that didn’t go as planned, or just trying to keep everything running smoothly as the default parent, I see you. Maybe something from your past keeps showing up, making this stage of life feel even heavier. Whatever has brought you here, I’m here to help you sort through it, make sense of it, and find your footing again.
beyond the surface
I believe in a therapy experience that goes beyond the surface.
I’m not just here to nod and take notes—I’m here to truly hear you, to hold space for everything you’re carrying, and to help you untangle the hard stuff. Together, we’ll work toward finding that balance that so often seems out of reach, creating room for joy, and healing the past so it doesn’t keep hijacking your present.
This work is often challenging, but it’s also incredibly meaningful. You’re showing up, doing the heavy lifting, and investing in yourself and your family in ways that matter deeply. I’m honored to be a part of your “village,” providing a space where you can feel supported, grounded, and maybe even a little hopeful about what’s ahead. Let’s do this together.
My areas of expertise
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Maybe pregnancy was harder and more overwhelming than you expected or the blissful birth experience you envisioned didn’t happen, leaving you with memories that feel painful and raw. Or perhaps no one warned you how hard postpartum would be, and now you’re deep in the trenches, crying more than you ever imagined, and wondering if you’re the only one feeling this way.
I know firsthand how isolating the intensity of emotions, the constant shifts, and the weight of early motherhood can feel. Together, we can explore what you're going through, create space for healing, and help you rediscover a sense of balance, even amidst the chaos.
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Perhaps your sleepless nights have awakened deep-seated fears, overwhelming anxiety, or old wounds you thought were long behind you. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) offers a transformative way to process and heal, helping you feel less triggered and more at peace in your daily life.
When intrusive thoughts, overwhelming sadness, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or your role as a mother take hold, EMDR helps you reprocess these feelings & experiences—allowing you to reclaim your sense of safety, strength, and calm.
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Sometimes when you step into a new role or face a major life change—like entering motherhood—it can bring up complex, confusing feelings you didn’t expect. Overwhelm, guilt, and even grief can creep in, and all of a sudden you’re consumed with the thoughts of your past while also working through a difficult birth, loss, or the silent struggles of motherhood that no one talks about.
Whether you recognize what’s happening as trauma or not, I want you to know you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to help you feel seen, supported, and equipped to move forward with more peace and self-compassion.
Let’s rediscover who you are—beyond just “mom.”
Sessions available online in Onslow County and across NC, VA, DC, SC, & FL.