Ms. Allen provides individual counseling and couples counseling for adults of all ages.
She specializes in anxiety, grief and loss, and dating and relationships.
Ms. Allen offers teletherapy only and is accepting new clients for daytime and evening sessions. Starting in 2027, she will also offer in-person sessions.
She is licensed to practice in Washington, D.C, and Maryland. (Ms. Allen is a pre-licensed therapist, working under the supervision of David Sternberg, LICSW.)
Ms. Allen prioritizes the therapeutic relationship while using two main therapeutic approaches — cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT).
A native New Yorker, Ms. Allen has a bachelor’s degree from Chapman University (CA) and a master’s degree in social work from Catholic University.
Prior to joining DC Talk Therapy, Ms. Allen worked at another group practice in Washington, D.C, where she provided individual counseling and group therapy. She has also worked at the Wendt Center for Loss and Healing in Washington, D.C.
To schedule an appointment with Shelby Allen, LGSW, for individual therapy, please call (202) 588-1288 or email us at info@dctalktherapy.com.