About

Shellie Hatfield LCSW

Licensed psychotherapist dedicated to providing highest level of clinical services to individuals, couples, and groups in the Bay Area.

Shellie Hatfield is a seasoned psychotherapist with decades of experience working in private practice and other diverse settings.  Her approach has evolved over the years beginning with a solid educational foundation from the University of Pennsylvania. She has continued to work in medical, psychiatric and academic settings refining her approach to care. She incorporates multiple models in her work drawing upon her knowledge, skill and practical experience gained from exposure to top-notch training and colleagues.  She has authored papers on countertransference and provided consultation to health care organizations in team building.

She is committed to providing a safe and professional environment where therapy is customized to meet needs and is results oriented.

Individuals receive a collaborative exploration regarding their stated problems and a message of hope for alleviating suffering. She has been enriched by the many accounts of life struggles she has witnessed and has learned from her colleagues working in multidisciplinary settings. She is mindful of the need to update her thinking given changing times and the constant need for renewal. She stays abreast of current treatment trends in the field and continues to modify her work by adopting evidence-based practices. Concepts pertaining to mind/ body healing are critical to her work and contribute to her success with patients.

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