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Mikelle Shaw

CMHC-I

As an MSW intern, I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where you can feel seen, heard, and supported. Life brings challenges for all of us, and you don’t have to face them alone. I believe deeply in each person’s ability to grow, heal, and overcome, even in the most difficult moments. Seeking help is a powerful and courageous step, and I am honored to walk alongside you in that process. My goal is to build a compassionate connection while equipping you with practical skills and strategies that empower you on your journey toward greater confidence, resilience, and well-being.

MORE ABOUT MIKELLE

Pronouns: she/her/hers

TREATMENT APPROACH

My therapuetic approach consists of mindfulness and evidence based practices. It is person-centered and trauma-informed. 

SPECIALITIES

AGE OF SPECIALITY

  • Trauma

  • Grief

  • Spirtuality

  • Life Transitions

  • Domestic Violence

  • Sexual Assault

  • Divorce

  • Depression

  • Anxiety

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  • Young Adult

  • Adult

TYPES OF THERAPY

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  • Solutions Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)

  • Family Systems

  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Dilalectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

AVAILABILITY

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“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing we’ll ever do."

- Brene Brown

KNOW YOUR THERAPIST

WHAT DID YOU GET YOUR DEGREE(S) IN AND WHERE FROM?

SUMMARY OF PROFESSIONAL HISTORY

Bachelor of Science in Family, Consumer, and Human Development at USU and currently studying for my MSW at Boise State University

My love for providing support and empowering people when they need it the most.

WHAT KIND OF HOMEWORK OR ASSIGNMENTS DO YOU GIVE CLIENTS?

Anything that can help them focus on their goals. Skill building or behavior tracking and identifying.

I have worked at a substance abuse treatment center as well as 8 years in child welfare social work

WHAT HAS SHAPED YOUR THERAPEUTIC APPROACH?

Life experience has helped me learn the compassion and open-mindedness that the human experience deserves. 

HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY FIRST SESSION WITH YOU?

Come ready to connect!

WHAT MADE YOU WANT TO BECOME A THERAPIST?

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