Élan \ eh-lahn \ (noun)
A spirited sense of self-assurance.
Hi there, I’m Shelly.
A holistic specialist and somatic-informed counselor dedicated to helping you live a life full of freedom, courage, and unconditional love.
Like many people I work with, my journey has been shaped by unexpected twists, profound loss, deep grief, and moments of extraordinary joy. Each experience became an invitation to grow, heal, and reconnect with who I truly am.
As An adopted child, I often carried an underlying sense that I didn’t fully belong. Although I was loved, I struggled with the belief that something about me was somehow missing or not enough. Those feelings followed me into adulthood influencing my relationships, my marriage, and even my experience as a mother.
For years, I searched for answers through traditional approaches, yet I still felt disconnected from the deeper roots of my pain. Everything changed when I discovered somatic-informed practices. Through this work, I began to understand that every coping mechanism, defense, and response I had developed was not a flaw-it was a form of protection.
What I needed was not to fix myself, but to meet myself with compassion. To gently process the wounds I had been taught to ignore. To honor every part of my story and uncover the resilient, authentic self that had always been there beneath the surface.
Today, I guide others through their own healing journey’s, helping them move beyond survival patterns, reconnect with their wisdom, and step into lives rooted in authenticity, self-trust, and wholehearted living.
Because true healing isn’t about becoming someone new-it’s about coming home to who you’ve always been.
However you chose to work together, we’ll connect the dots between how your experiences and thoughts form your identity, your physiology, and your behavior.
Together, we’ll uncover how to understand your mental blocks better, heal yourself of stressful thoughts, and seize the changes you need to live a truly gratifying life.
"Shelly did more for me in 6 weeks than the past 20 years in traditional therapy. Priceless experience. Forever grateful." - C.C.
Counseling Credentials
As a Certified Holistic Health Coach, I have a keen interest in neuroscience and broad experience bettering my clients' lives, I am not a licensed psychotherapist by choice. My training and credentials are rooted in Integrative and Holistic modalities that assist you in making positive and lasting lifestyle changes. I do not treat, diagnose, or serve in any medical capacity. My work is not a substitute for medical care.
Instead, I’ve harnessed my education, training, and personal experience to craft a holistic coaching framework that integrates body wellness and self-inquiry to address your entire physical and emotional well-being.
EFT Practitioner Certification, 2002
American Association of Drugless Practitioner Board Certification, 2014
Certified Holistic Health Counselor, 2014
Institute for Integrative Nutrition Graduate, 2014
Somatic Experiencing for Trauma and Stress Disorders Certification, 2016
Integrative Somatic Trauma Certification, 2020
Internal Family Systems Certification, 2019
Compassionate Inquiry Practitioner, 2023
IRF Levels 1 & 2 Maureen Gallagher PhD, 2024
Inner Critics Parts Work Maureen Gallagher PhD, 2024
“During my time with Shelly, I gained the confidence to overcome my fears and have another baby, which I never would have done otherwise! She is a true friend, a life coach, and I will forever be grateful for the time that I spent working with her." - Cassie
Élan Mind Body Solutions is the place for you if…
You seek to bring out the best version of yourself through thoughtful guidance and deep reflection.
You’ve chased, accumulated, and achieved but are ready to live in the moment.
You enjoy life’s simple pleasures like a good cup of coffee or curling up with a good book.
You’ve felt a deep sense that there’s something more for you.
You have a vigorous spirit and an energetic enthusiasm to learn, grow, and heal.