Therapist in San Diego, California Shelby Straley, Therapist

Shelby Straley, LPCC, helps adults across California navigate life challenges with compassion, clarity, and evidence-based care. She provides individual therapy for adults and seniors facing anxiety, depression, and trauma, creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients can feel heard and understood. Shelby takes a trauma-informed, collaborative approach, helping individuals build insight, strengthen emotional regulation, and move toward meaningful, lasting change. Shelby integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness practices to tailor care to each person’s unique goals. She is especially attuned to working with individuals who feel stuck in overwhelming patterns, struggle with self-worth, or are processing difficult past experiences. Shelby is passionate about supporting LGBTQ+ individuals, first responders, and military/veterans, recognizing the importance of culturally responsive care and the impact of identity and lived experiences on mental health. She strives to create a space where clients feel safe exploring their experiences while building resilience and confidence. She believes therapy should feel genuine and human, grounded in trust and connection. Outside of her clinical work, Shelby enjoys photography, spending time in nature, and being with her dog.