Shelly Hansen, LISW Therapist

Hello! My name is Shelly, and I am a clinical social worker with over two decades of experience in disability services, child welfare, foster care, and community mental health. I specialize in working with trauma, attachment, and challenging behaviors, such as depression, anxiety, mood disorders (i.e. disruptive mood dysregulation disorder [DMDD]), oppositional defiant disorder (ODD), post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideation, non-suicidal self-harm, and adjustment disorders.

I hold a master’s degree in social work from St. Ambrose University, and I am licensed to practice in Iowa and Illinois. In addition to my academic training, I have completed specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Shelly prefers working with children 10 through 17; however, will consider children as young as 7 and young adults. Shelly’s approach to therapy is warm, interactive, and fun. Depending on the individuals, interests, Shelly utilizes art, games, and other activities to create a therapeutic environment. I have a combined approach utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness. I will accept Parent (Caregivers)/child(ren) referrals for Family Therapy.

Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time with family, friends, and cat, and anything crafty! I love all things arts and crafts and basically, creating things. This helps fill my cup and stay balanced.

I look forward to the opportunity to work with you. You can reach me at (563) 468-2341 or ShellyH@famres.org to schedule a consultation or appointment.