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- ACT and CBT
- Motivational interviewing
- Solution-focused work
About Shelly
LCSW in Pennsylvania with 20 years of experience, Shelly Rivello focuses on career concerns and coaching. She combines clinical social work with executive and general coaching to help people and professionals clarify goals and take practical steps forward.
Shelly uses conversational, skills-based work to improve self-awareness and emotional intelligence. She helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try different communication strategies, and practice new leadership behaviors in small, manageable steps. Sessions are oriented toward specific goals rather than open-ended talk.
Her approach draws on methods including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. These approaches are used to help clients accept difficult feelings while changing actions that get in the way of their goals. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy appear in short, action-oriented work to build momentum and commitment.
In practice Shelly mixes clinical listening with career coaching tools. She often sets clear, measurable tasks between meetings and reviews progress together. The emphasis is on skills people can use at work and in day-to-day life to manage thoughts, emotions, and professional demands.
People who choose this style can expect straightforward sessions aimed at change. The work centers on understanding what matters, reducing barriers, and practicing specific skills that support career and leadership development.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose actions that reflect their values. It is useful when someone wants to keep working toward goals despite emotional barriers.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing thinking patterns and behaviors that interfere with performance. It is often used for improving workplace effectiveness, managing stress, and changing unhelpful habits.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. That decision is revisited as progress is made and priorities shift.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit work into a schedule, shorten travel time, and allow for focused check-ins between commitments. They can also support step-by-step practice of communication and leadership skills in real-world contexts.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She focuses on career-related issues and coaching for professional development, including leadership and communication challenges.
What therapy approaches are used in sessions?
Sessions use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy in practical, skills-based ways.
How much experience does she have?
Shelly has 20 years of professional experience combining clinical social work and executive coaching.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) licensed in Pennsylvania and provides services from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.