Danette
Counselor, MA, LAPC
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
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Let's Connect (717) 619-9585
Life can feel complicated—emotions get heavy, hope can seem distant, and relationships often bring uncertainty. My therapeutic approach begins with creating safety and trust, because I believe a strong foundation is essential in a counseling relationship. As a therapist, I recognize the deep responsibility of being invited into your private world, and I hold that with respect and care. Whether or not trust has been broken in the past, my commitment is to provide a safe space where the hard things can be spoken out loud and the wounds of addiction, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, or brokenness can be explored and understood.
I see it as a privilege to sit with others as they explore the parts of themselves that carry shame, fear, or hopelessness and, in turn, create room for hope and healing. It is an honor to answer God’s call to join people in their most difficult seasons, trusting in His deep love and care for each person.
Being intentional in searching for a therapeutic space shows courage, and it matters—because you matter. My hope is to walk alongside you, offering support as you recognize and challenge the thoughts, behaviors, and patterns that get in the way—so you can grow, embrace life with greater joy, and be reminded of your inherent worth.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Danette Shelly now - (717) 619-9585
Let's Connect (717) 619-9585
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Capital Blue Cross
- Highmark
- Quest Behavioral Health
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Pennsylvania / APC001395 Supervised by Dominic Gould-Britt (Pennsylvania / PC010804) Danette Shelly
- Attended Lancaster Bible College, MA Addiction Counseling, Graduated 2025
Education and Years In Practice
Danette Shelly
Counselor, MA, LAPC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (717) 619-9585
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Parenting
Expertise
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Autism
- Caregivers
- Codependency
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Drug Abuse
- Grief
- Hoarding
- Life Transitions
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Religion
Christian
Age
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Christian Counseling
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Gestalt
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Primary Location
The Counseling Collective
1987 State Street
East Petersburg, PA 17520
(717) 619-9585Email Me
Additional Location
The Counseling Collective - Warehouse 210
210 West Grant Street
Lancaster, PA 17603
(717) 619-9585