About Dr. Shelli Yearsley

Dr. Shelli Yearsley is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Master Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience in the field of clinical social work. She has worked across community mental health, public school, private practice, and addiction treatment and recovery settings, bringing depth and a holistic perspective to her clinical work. She is passionate about guiding individuals through every phase of treatment, helping them achieve long-term results with steadiness, respect, and practical support.

Training & Credentials

• Doctorate in Behavioral Health (DBH)

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW- Utah and Colorado)

• Master Addiction Counselor (MAC- Utah and Colorado)

• Certified Trauma Professional

• Certified Somatic Practitioner

• Trained in Polyvagal Theory

• Trained in Art Therapy and Expression

• Trained in ACT, CBT, DBT, EMDR, IFS and Motivational Interviewing (MI)

Approach

Dr. Yearsley views therapy as a collaborative partnership built on trust and clarity. Dr. Yearsley has developed a five-step therapeutic approach that includes both proven mind and body (somatic) techniques. Therapeutic exploration will include the mental/emotional, physical, social/relational, spiritual, and environmental components of lived experience. She understands that whole-person recovery and mental health treatment are deeply personal processes, and she tailors care to meet each individual's unique needs and goals. Using an eclectic, evidence-based approach, she integrates therapeutic techniques that empower clients to build personal insight, strengthen coping skills, and sustain meaningful progress. Her work emphasizes long-term stability, resilience, and practical strategies that support recovery beyond the therapy room.