Profile / United States
Shirley Louisor, LMHC, LPC
Florida
Licensed counselor - Anxiety and relationships
See online therapy options- CBT based methods
- Goal focused work
- Motivational interviewing
About Shirley
Shirley Louisor is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Virginia with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting challenges, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy issues, self-esteem struggles, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
She describes therapy as a collaborative effort. Sessions focus on clear goals and practical steps. Conversations aim to identify thoughts and habits that get in the way and then try different ways of responding.
Shirley trained at Regent University and holds a Master of Arts in counseling. Her background includes outpatient therapy work, school-based therapeutic day counseling, and intensive in-home services for at-risk children and their families. She has also led support groups for people dealing with depression, anxiety, and bipolar conditions.
Her approach draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to notice and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. She also uses client-centered techniques, motivational interviewing, narrative work, and solution-focused methods to help people make concrete changes.
Sessions tend to be practical and goal-focused. Shirley helps people set small, doable steps and checks progress each visit. She works with adults and has experience supporting adolescents and children in school and home settings.
People who want structured, problem-focused work that examines thoughts, behaviors, and choices may find this style useful. Before booking, confirm current session options and formats to make sure they fit your schedule.
How her approaches translate to online work
Shirley uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. CBT focuses on practical exercises, behavioral experiments, and homework that fit everyday life. Client-Centered Therapy provides space for the person to direct topics and pace, which can help clarify values and goals. Motivational Interviewing is used to strengthen a person’s own reasons for change and to set small actionable steps.Choosing an approach is collaborative. Shirley will review goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they decide which methods to try and adjust the plan over time based on what is helpful and feasible.
Confirm current session formats before booking, as the biography does not list specific online methods. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. It also lets people practice homework in the settings where problems actually occur. Ask about the exact session formats offered when you complete the matching questionnaire so you know how the sessions will be scheduled and delivered.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Florida, Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she help with most often?
She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, parenting concerns, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes.
How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?
She uses CBT to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and then tries practical alternatives. Sessions include tracking patterns and practicing new responses between visits.
What is her clinical background?
She has 12 years of experience and earned a Master of Arts in counseling from Regent University in 2011, with work in outpatient settings, schools, in-home services, and support groups.
What credentials does she hold and where is she based?
She holds LMHC (Florida) and LPC (Virginia) credentials and practices from Florida.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
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.
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