- Stress and anxiety
- Depression support
- Mindful skills
About Shirley
Shirley Cayko is a Montana-based licensed clinical social worker with 18 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, trauma, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Shirley aims to meet people where they are and supports practical steps toward change.
She uses straightforward conversation to learn what matters most to each person. Sessions center on the client's goals and what works for them, not a one-size-fits-all script. Shirley adapts her approach to fit your situation and pace.
Her background includes long-term clinical work that spans mood concerns like depression and bipolar experiences, grief and loss, and relationship or communication problems. She also addresses life transitions, caregiving strain, chronic illness, and issues related to aging.
Shirley draws on several therapeutic approaches to guide sessions, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral exercises, dialectical skills, existential questions, and mindfulness tools. She blends these to match your needs and the problems you bring to sessions.
Her style is compassionate and respectful, with attention to concrete tools and small steps that make daily life easier. Shirley encourages honest talk about what’s difficult and helps people find workable ways to cope and move forward.
She uses straightforward conversation to learn what matters most to each person. Sessions center on the client's goals and what works for them, not a one-size-fits-all script. Shirley adapts her approach to fit your situation and pace.
Her background includes long-term clinical work that spans mood concerns like depression and bipolar experiences, grief and loss, and relationship or communication problems. She also addresses life transitions, caregiving strain, chronic illness, and issues related to aging.
Shirley draws on several therapeutic approaches to guide sessions, including client-centered methods, cognitive behavioral exercises, dialectical skills, existential questions, and mindfulness tools. She blends these to match your needs and the problems you bring to sessions.
Her style is compassionate and respectful, with attention to concrete tools and small steps that make daily life easier. Shirley encourages honest talk about what’s difficult and helps people find workable ways to cope and move forward.
This summary is based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp.