Chelsea Sheedy, LCMHC, greets people with a straightforward, caring style. She helps those struggling with low self esteem, anxiety, stress, grief, relationship pain, and life transitions. Her tone is warm and down-to-earth, and she encourages small steps that lead to real change.
Chelsea began her career as a professional musician and then became a board-certified music therapist after studying at the University of Iowa. She later earned a master’s degree in clinical counseling to add clinical tools to her practice. This blend of creative and clinical training shapes how she works in sessions.
Her approach is multimodal and tailored to each person. Chelsea mixes elements from different methods so therapy fits the way each person learns and heals. Sessions may include music, art, writing, or time outdoors when those things help move a person forward.
She has particular experience with trauma and abuse, including complex PTSD, and works with people affected by domestic violence and offenders in some contexts. Chelsea also supports people facing mood disorders, addictions, intimacy and sexual concerns, parenting struggles, and career or life-purpose questions.
Chelsea values getting to know each person so therapy can use their strengths and interests. She offers listening, practical tools, and collaborative problem solving to help people feel safer, more connected, and more able to handle life’s challenges.
How Chelsea's Methods Translate to Online Work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to notice painful thoughts while moving toward the values that matter to them. It helps with anxiety, low self esteem, and life transitions by teaching practical skills to act despite discomfort. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at past relationship patterns and how they shape current connections; it helps people who struggle with trust, abandonment, or intimacy problems learn new ways of relating. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) focuses on processing traumatic memories to reduce their emotional charge and may be used when trauma or abuse is central to someone's concerns.
Finding the right approach is part of therapy. Chelsea works collaboratively to figure out what fits a person's goals, history, and preferences. She may combine methods over time so sessions match how someone responds rather than sticking to one single model.
Practical benefits of online work often include easier scheduling and fitting sessions into busy days. Some people find shorter check-ins or phone options easier on heavy days, while others prefer visual connection for deeper work. The original biography does not specify which session formats are offered, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it simpler to keep therapy consistent while managing work, parenting, travel, or other demands.
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityCodependencyCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFertility issuesGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameInfidelityLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Utah
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Chelsea address?
Chelsea works with stress, anxiety, depression, self esteem, trauma and abuse, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, parenting, career questions, bipolar disorder, ADHD and related concerns.
How would you describe Chelsea's therapy style?
Her style is creative and collaborative, combining practical skills with music, art, writing, or nature when helpful. Sessions are tailored to each person's needs and interests.
What is Chelsea's background in counseling?
She trained as a professional musician, became a board certified music therapist after studying at the University of Iowa, and later completed a master’s in clinical counseling.
What credentials and location are listed?
The clinician holds the LCMHC credential in Utah and practices there.
In which languages can sessions be conducted?
Sessions are offered in English and the therapist accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options with the service before booking.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Chelsea?
Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
