Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Gold River, CA 95670
Let's Connect (916) 848-5208
Life brings moments of transition that can feel overwhelming, confusing, or uncertain. Whether it’s navigating young adulthood, shifting roles in relationships, adjusting to parenthood, or managing co-parenting dynamics, this space is intended to support that journey. Teens, adults, couples, and families are met with empathy, compassion, and guidance grounded in both clinical expertise and cultural awareness. Relationships, whether romantic, parental, or within the family, often reflect the most personal and complex parts of life.
Support is offered for those working through communication struggles, emotional distance, trust issues, or preparing for marriage with intention and insight. Co-parents seeking to raise children with consistency and care, or parents working to understand and connect with their teens, are also given the tools and space to grow stronger together.
Rooted in respect for lived experience, the approach is collaborative, affirming, goal oriented, and strength based. Healing is a process, and you don’t have to do it alone. Together, we can work to uncover your resilience, build insight, develop coping strategies, improve communication, and construct the life and relationships you desire and deserve.
Call or Email Shantel Pelote now for a free 15 minute consultation - (916) 848-5208
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
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Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of California / 132131 Supervised by Jenna Ghazanfari (California / 96807) Shantel Pelote
- In Practice for 9 years
- Attended University of Phoenix, Masters of Science in Counseling/Marriage Family and Child Therapy, Graduated 2016
Education and Years In Practice
Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (916) 848-5208
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Life Transitions
- Coping Skills
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Family Conflict
- Marital and Premarital
- Parenting
- Self Esteem
- Stress
Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (916) 848-5208
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Eclectic
- Person-Centered
- Reality Therapy
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (916) 848-5208
Groups
Collaborative Co-parenting
Separation or divorce changes the structure of your family, but it doesn't have to define your children's experience. This therapeutic group supports parents committed to raising their children with consistency, and care across two households. Rooted in respect for each family's unique circumstances, this group provides practical tools for navigating transitions, improving communication, coordinating parenting approaches, and building a cooperative co-parenting relationship that prioritizes your children's wellbeing. Whether newly separated or working to improve an established co-parenting dynamic, this group serves as a supportive space to construct the parenting partnership your children deserve.
Expertise
Parenting
Age
Adults
Session Cost
$30-$40
Location
Fair Oaks Therapy
2377 Gold Meadow Way
Gold River, CA 95670
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Location
Nearby Areas
Shantel Pelote
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MS, AMFT
Call for a free consultation now - (916) 848-5208