Bethany Shrewsbury, LPC

Bethany Shrewsbury is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Board Certified Counselor through the National Board for Certified Counselors, bringing focused training in grief and trauma work to her practice. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling from Bellevue University and has earned certifications that support trauma-focused treatment, including Certified EMDR therapist status and designation as a Certified EMDRIA Consultant. Bethany emphasizes grief management and trauma recovery, and she combines evidence-informed methods with compassionate care to help people navigate loss and overwhelming life events.

Bethany is certified in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), certified in Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), and trained in Motivational Interviewing and Children’s Play Therapy. Her background includes extensive work with veterans addressing trauma that contributes to PTSD and complex PTSD, along with significant experience in crisis stabilization. These trainings allow her to tailor interventions to each person’s needs, drawing on approaches that address memory processing, thinking patterns, relationships, motivation, and developmental or family dynamics.

Her professional history includes four years at a Local Mental Health Authority before moving to the Children and Adolescent Psychiatry Department at TTUHSC. While at the Mental Health Authority of El Paso she worked in the crisis stabilization unit, the Veterans Clinic, central outpatient services, and court services as a forensic therapist, and she has also worked at EPBHS Psychiatric Hospital. Bethany describes her therapeutic stance as kind and caring, maintaining respect while fostering a strong therapeutic alliance. She invites individuals to engage in a process of self-discovery, increased self-worth, and the development of mindfulness and inner balance with professional support throughout their recovery.

Therapeutic approaches and online care with Bethany Shrewsbury

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathy, active listening, and creating a respectful environment where a person’s own goals guide the work. This approach supports self-esteem, relationship concerns, and coping with life changes by prioritizing the client’s perspective and autonomy.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps identify and shift unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often used for anxiety, depression, stress management, and support with sleep or mood regulation by teaching practical skills to reframe thoughts and try new actions.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a structured method for processing distressing memories and reducing the intensity of trauma-related emotions. It may be useful for people recovering from traumatic experiences, complicated grief, or symptoms linked to PTSD.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Bethany works collaboratively with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts methods over time so the treatment fit evolves with progress.

Online therapy with Bethany is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase flexibility and access to care. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or mobility needs, and they allow licensed professionals to provide ongoing support in formats that suit different communication styles and life circumstances.