Kaitlyn Shelp, MA, LMHC, Clinical Supervisor
Kaitlyn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Florida and the Clinical Supervisor at It Begins Within.
About
Kaitlyn has a passion for working with trauma of all varieties, particularly those individuals and couples trying to find healing after disclosure of infidelity. Her unique combination of experience and training allow her to tailor a treatment approach for clients that is systematic while producing relief and lasting change. Her office is a safe space for your pain, fear, vulnerability, celebrations, and success.
EDUCATION
Kaitlyn graduated from the University of Central Florida with a master’s degree in Counselor Education with a focus on Clinical Mental Health.
Kaitlyn has complete formal training for the following treatment modalities: Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART), and Gottman Method.
EXPERIENCE
Kaitlyn has worked with ages 11+ in family, group, and individual settings at the inpatient, residential, and outpatient level of care and with a wide range of diagnoses and populations. She is currently only accepting couples and individuals who are seeking to heal after disclosure of infidelity. Kaitlyn utilizes Accelerated Resolutions Therapy (ART) and is one of two people in the state of Florida trained to use Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy (SART). She also uses Gottman Method and Gottman research to inform her treatment recommendations after crisis stabilization has occurred. You will find Kaitlyn's approach to be trauma-informed, strength-based, and directive.
Specialties
Approaches
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Systematic Affair Recovery Therapy or SART helps couples heal after infidelity by rebuilding trust, improving communication, and addressing the root causes.
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Gottman Method Couples Therapy uses proven techniques to help couples improve communication, resolve conflicts, and deepen their connection.
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Accelerated Resolution Therapy helps clients quickly overcome trauma, anxiety, and depression for rapid and effective healing.
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Intensive Therapy provides concentrated and frequent sessions to address severe or complex mental health issues in a shorter timeframe.