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Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
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Shelby Richard

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR (she, her)

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5 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
Let's Connect (972) 716-2989
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Break free from the pressure to be perfect. I help high-achieving teen girls and women in Dallas who struggle with perfectionism, body image issues, low self-esteem, and anxiety. Many of my clients are “Type-A” personalities, excelling in school, college, careers, or competitive environments, yet underneath the success, they feel weighed down by an overpowering inner critic, fear of judgment, and a constant need for control. These patterns can show up through persistent worry, people-pleasing, difficulty relaxing, or never feeling “good enough.”
As a Dallas therapist for teens and women struggling with self-esteem, anxiety, body image, and eating disorders, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space to understand patterns and build real confidence. Self-acceptance isn’t lowering your standards; it’s releasing the unrealistic pressure that’s been holding you back.
My approach is integrative and evidence-based, using therapies such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, and ERP tailored to your unique goals. Together, we’ll work to reduce anxiety, challenge perfectionism, strengthen self-worth, and help you build a more compassionate relationship with yourself so you can thrive, not just perform.
Call or Shelby Richard now for a free 15 minute consultation - (972) 716-2989

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dallas Wellness Group

Dallas, TX 75231

(972) 716-2989

Flourish Counseling Center

Plano, TX 75075

My website
I specialize in Self Esteem, Anxiety and Body Image 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Dallas Wellness Group

Dallas, TX 75231

(972) 716-2989

Flourish Counseling Center

Plano, TX 75075

My website
I specialize in Self Esteem, Anxiety and Body Image 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (972) 716-2989

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Texas / 89067 Shelby Richard
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Southern Methodist University, Master of Science, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Degree/Diploma from Louisiana State University Bachelor of Science / 2019
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (972) 716-2989

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Self Esteem
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image

Expertise

  • Eating Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Trauma and PTSD
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Helping teens and young women break free from the pressure to be perfect.
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 716-2989
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Helping teens and young women break free from the pressure to be perfect.
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (972) 716-2989

5 Endorsements

Emily Dade Brayton
Emily Dade Brayton
Licensed Professional CounselorMScLPC
Shelby is an incredible counselor and a warm soul. She is especially skilled with individuals with eating disorders and will make you feel right at home in the counseling room.
Angela Lemond
Angela Lemond
Licensed Professional CounselorLPCRDNLD
Shelby is a kind, compassionate and creative therapist. I have collaborated with her in my dietitian role, and she is innovative in her approach with a client-centered emphasis. I highly recommend her especially for teens!
Natalie Morse
Natalie Morse
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPC-SRPT
Shelby is an excellent and skilled Therapist. Clients feel she is warm, caring, and a safe person to share their struggles with. I highly recommend working with Shelby or choosing Shelby to work with your child!
Ryleigh Krier
Ryleigh Krier
Licensed Professional CounselorMSLPCNCC
Shelby is an incredible and empathetic therapist who truly values the client-therapist relationship! The way she meets clients where they are at creates a warm and inviting space that supports emotional growth.
Ashlyne Kukreja
Ashlyne Kukreja
Licensed Professional CounselorMALPC
Shelby is the kind of therapist who makes you feel instantly at ease. She's thoughtful, funny, and incredibly supportive. I always walk away from conversations with her feeling inspired and reassured, and I know her clients feel the same way.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • EMDR
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (972) 716-2989

Location

Primary Location

Dallas Wellness Group

Dallas, TX 75231

(972) 716-2989

Additional Location

Flourish Counseling Center

Plano, TX 75075

(972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (972) 716-2989
Photo of Shelby Richard, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Shelby Richard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EMDR
Call for a free consultation now - (972) 716-2989