- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Self-esteem work
About Addis
Addis Shepherd is a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC) based in Kentucky. He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and self-esteem concerns. He also supports clients who are coping with life changes and difficult or traumatic experiences. Addis speaks English and brings a calm, direct approach to conversations.
He practices using Client-Centered Therapy, which means he starts by listening and by following each person’s pace and priorities. He also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy tools to help with overwhelming thoughts and strong emotions. These methods are used alongside emotionally focused ideas to improve how people relate to themselves and others.
Addis has about five years of practical experience in counseling work in Kentucky. That experience includes helping people with panic, mood concerns, post-traumatic stress, and challenges like abandonment or attachment issues. He also supports people dealing with caregiver stress, communication struggles, divorce and separation, and feelings of isolation.
Sessions typically focus on clear, usable skills and real-life changes. Clients can expect a respectful, nonjudgmental space where their own goals guide the work. Addis encourages small, steady steps and practices that fit into everyday life.
If you are ready to begin, the profile notes a Start Therapy button and a short matching questionnaire to arrange scheduling. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking.
How these approaches translate to online therapy
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and building a relationship where the client leads the pace and goals. Online sessions can preserve that slow, deliberate process by keeping conversations focused on what matters most to the person.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers concrete strategies to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. In remote sessions, CBT often uses short exercises and homework that fit into daily routines, which helps people practice between visits.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Addis will collaborate with each person to decide which methods to use based on their goals and preferences. That means trying ideas, checking what helps, and adjusting plans as needed.
The therapist's profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy days, allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is hard to schedule, and reduce travel time. Talk with the therapist about practical arrangements and session length to find a pattern that matches everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
5+ years
Listed in
Kentucky
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does this therapist help with?
Addis works with stress, anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. He also helps people coping with life changes and the effects of trauma and abuse.
How would sessions feel in terms of therapy style?
The approach is client-centered, with listening and collaboration at the core. Addis also uses CBT, DBT, and emotionally focused techniques to teach practical skills for thinking and feeling differently.
What kind of experience does Addis have?
He has about five years of professional counseling experience working in Kentucky settings. That background includes work with mood disorders, panic, and post-traumatic stress.
Where is Addis licensed and practicing?
He holds the LPCC credential and is licensed in Kentucky. Sessions are offered from that location.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only. International clients are not currently accepted.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the platform before scheduling.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the selected subscription and scheduling.
How do I begin if I want to work together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button and completing the short matching questionnaire. You can then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.