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Shelbi Schneider

VirtualHigh Satisfaction Rate

3 years of experience

Verified by Octave
In California
Accepting 8 Insurance providers

Meet Shelbi

I am a compassionate and experienced therapist who combines solution-focused, processing-oriented, and empathetic approaches. I create a supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered to make positive changes. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and collaboration, aimed at supporting clients in achieving their therapeutic goals. I believe that every individual enters this world with inherent worth. However, in life, a person may encounter obstacles or setbacks hindering their desired path. Using my wealth of experience, I strive to offer a safe and supportive space for growth and healing for all.

Using my wealth of experience, I strive to offer a safe and supportive space for growth and healing for all.

Communication Style

  • Affirming
  • Casual
  • Empowering
  • Mindful
  • Solution-oriented

Specialties & Approaches

Specialties

Focus Areas

  • Asian / Pacific Islander community
  • Geriatric clients
  • Parents
  • Neurodivergence
  • Students

Approach

Licensed In

Locations

Virtual appointments available for California residents

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Session Details

Practices in

Languages

Additional

Interests

Credentials & Verification

Verified by Octave

License number

Education

Shelbi Schneider, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License #138761 (exp March 2027)

Calculate Cost & Insurance

$28

/ session on average with insurance

Frequently asked questions

Shelbi Schneider accepts Centivo, Cigna Healthcare/Evernorth, Anthem Blue Cross of CA, Out-of-State BlueCard PPO, Aetna, Prime Health, Health Net, and Blue Shield of California. Octave clients pay an average of $28 per session through insurance, and more than 95% pay less than $45 per session. Your exact cost depends on your plan’s copay or deductible. You can use the cost estimator to see what you would pay before your first session. If you would rather pay out of pocket, self-pay sessions in California are estimated at $205-250 per session.

Shelbi Schneider is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). Shelbi is licensed to practice in California, so clients located in California can book sessions. Shelbi’s California license number is 138761, and you can look it up through the state licensing board. Octave verifies every therapist’s license before they begin seeing clients, and licenses are kept current as a condition of practicing with Octave.

Shelbi Schneider has been practicing therapy for 3 years. Shelbi’s education and training include MA - Counseling Psychology, Marriage and Family Therapy, University of San Francisco. Over that time, Shelbi has worked closely with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Neurodivergence, and Students.

Shelbi Schneider works with Asian / Pacific Islander community, Geriatric clients, Parents, Neurodivergence, and Students and specializes in ADHD, Anxiety, Autism, Bipolar Disorder, Burnout, Caregiver Burnout, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Life Transitions, Panic, Relationship Concerns, Sleep, Stress, and Substance Use, among other areas. These are the areas where Shelbi spends most of their clinical time. If the concern you want help with isn’t listed here, a Care Navigator can tell you whether Shelbi is a good fit or match you with another Octave therapist who specializes in it.

Shelbi Schneider draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Harm Reduction, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Relational, Solution-Focused, and Strengths-Based. In sessions, Shelbi’s style is affirming, casual, empowering, mindful, and solution-oriented. In Shelbi’s words: “Using my wealth of experience, I strive to offer a safe and supportive space for growth and healing for all.”

Shelbi Schneider (she/her) offers therapy in English. Shelbi identifies as White.

Shelbi Schneider offers online sessions over secure video, so you can meet from home or any private space. Shelbi is licensed in California, and you need to be located in that state at the time of each session. All you need is a device with a camera and a stable internet connection.

Your first session with Shelbi Schneider is a chance to talk through what brought you to therapy and what you want to work on. Shelbi will ask about your background, your current concerns, and your goals, and together you will start shaping a plan for your sessions. It is also a chance to see whether Shelbi’s style feels like a good fit for you. After their first session, 9 in 10 Octave clients say their therapy experience has been good or better.

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