Shelly Barnett, CSW

“My goal as a therapist is to empower clients to discover the strength, courage, empathy, and resilience to face life’s challenges with vulnerability, authenticity, intentionality, and a willingness to be present. I hope as they discover tools to unlock their true selves, they are led to whole health and healing.”

Shelly is passionate about working with children, teens, and families. She loves helping people recognize their intrinsic value and personal strengths. She believes there is always something new to learn, if you are willing to be curious. She graduated from Brigham Young University with her bachelor’s degree in psychology. She received her Master of Social Work from Utah State University in 2023. She has experience working with teens and children in inpatient hospitals, schools, and in the community.

She is a member of the Utah Association for Play Therapy. She has received training in play therapy, advanced sand tray therapy, expressive arts therapy, grief counseling, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Gottman Level 1 couples therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Shelly believes in an eclectic, collaborative approach, using a variety of therapeutic modalities to help each client discover gratitude and embrace healing. 

Specialities & Qualifications:

Anxiety 

Play Therapy

Depression

Grief & Loss

Self Esteem

Trauma

ADHD

Parenting Skills 

PTSD