A Therapist with Deep Roots in Healing
Culturally Informed, Trauma-Focused Care
Shelby is trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a highly effective therapy for trauma. She is especially passionate about providing EMDR to Black individuals, people of color, and other historically marginalized communities, where trauma often goes unacknowledged or untreated.
She understands the complex cultural layers that can influence someone’s healing path, and creates a therapeutic space where identity and history are honored -- not erased.
A Therapist Who Walks the Talk
Originally from Saginaw, Shelby studied at Central Michigan University and now calls Southeast Michigan home. When she’s not in the therapy room, you’ll likely find her in nature, hiking with her two dogs -- Louie, a bulldog and husky mix, and Archie, a Detroit rescue and shepherd-beagle mix.
“I love spending time up north in a cabin in the Upper Peninsula,” Shelby shares. “It’s my way of slowing down and reconnecting.”
That philosophy -- slowing down to reconnect -- is one she brings into every therapy session.
Is Shelby the Right Therapist for You?
Shelby might be a great fit for you if:
You’re a woman healing from domestic violence or abuse.
You’re part of a marginalized community and seeking a therapist who understands intersectional trauma.
You’ve been carrying pain for a long time, unsure how to move forward as life continues to move around you.
You’re curious about EMDR or have tried talk therapy and are ready for a deeper, body-informed approach.
You don’t have to carry your healing alone.
Start Your Journey Today
If you’re ready to begin -- or continue -- your healing journey with someone who truly sees you, schedule a consultation with Shelby today. At Nava Therapy, we’re here to help you feel safe, supported, and empowered.
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Or explore our full team of licensed therapists, including Dr. Silvia G. Leija and Nishani Jayawardena, to find the right fit for you.
