Serene Shibly
Clinician, APCC
Email: [email protected]
Serene Shibly is an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor (APCC: 16898) with an M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Serene is East Coast born and raised with a Syrian background. She received her B.A. in Psychology at the University of South Florida where she worked with youth before transitioning to University of San Diego to receive her masters in Mental Health Counseling.
Serene has worked with a diverse age range from children, teenagers, all the way to older adults from many cultural backgrounds. She values incorporating various identities and roles her clients hold into her clinical work. Serene has a passion for women's issues and intergenerational trauma. She believes in breaking down barriers and stigma, connecting spirituality to mental health, and healing in nature.
Degrees:
M.A. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling - University of San Diego
B.A. in Psychology - University of South Florida
Areas of Specialization:
Depression
Anxiety Disorder
Racial & Intergenerational Trauma
Postpartum & Perinatal Depression
Relational Issues
Identity Exploration
Body Image, Eating Disorders, Self-Compassion
Therapeutic Approaches:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
Solution Focused Therapy
Positive Psychology
Internal Family Systems
Trauma Informed Care