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My name is Shirley Chapman LMFTA, RN
My background was in nursing before I became a marriage and family therapist through Antioch University. My passion is helping couples and individuals see themselves differently and recognize their strengths and goodness. As an Emotionally Focused Therapist, I specialize in understanding and transforming the core emotions that drive conflict and distance in relationships. This approach, deeply rooted in attachment theory, fosters trust, empathy, and emotional responsiveness between partners. By helping individuals or couples to identify, understand, and transform these underlying emotions, EFT strengthens bonds and creates a safe space for vulnerability. The effectiveness of EFT is consistently demonstrated in studies, making it a highly reliable method for resolving surface problems and the deeper emotional patterns that cause distress.
Throughout our sessions, Shirley showed genuine empathy and understanding. This made it easier for me to open up and share my experiences. I highly recommend Shirley to anyone seeking a therapist who truly cares about their well-being and is dedicated to helping them achieve their therapeutic goals.
10.04.2018
My husband and I feel an indescribable gratefulness for the hope, support, and healing Shirley extended to us as we learned new ways of viewing ourselves and each other. She helped us, with careful monitoring, to revisit our past traumas to allow healing with safety and without further trauma.
10.04.2018
Throughout our sessions, Shirley showed genuine empathy and understanding. This made it easier for me to open up and share my experiences. I highly recommend Shirley to anyone seeking a therapist who truly cares about their well-being and is dedicated to helping them achieve their therapeutic goals.
10.04.2018
I’m incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Shirley. Her calm, compassionate, and caring approach to therapy created a safe and nurturing space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions. She listened attentively and worked collaboratively to tailor her approach to my needs and concerns.
7 Days Ago
My wife and I both felt Shirley’s nursing background helped us feel safe working through our trauma and address the grief and loss that we both were experiencing. From the first session on, she made us feel emotionally connected and gave us the support and insights we needed. Most importantly, this seemed to be not just a job for her, it seemed to be her passion. She made us feel like family or what family should feel like, it made a big difference for us!
10.04.2018
My wife and I both felt Shirley’s nursing background helped us feel safe working through our trauma and address the grief and loss that we both were experiencing. From the first session on, she made us feel emotionally connected and gave us the support and insights we needed. Most importantly, this seemed to be not just a job for her, it seemed to be her passion. She made us feel like family or what family should feel like, it made a big difference for us!
10.04.2018
My husband and I feel an indescribable gratefulness for the hope, support, and healing Shirley extended to us as we learned new ways of viewing ourselves and each other. She helped us, with careful monitoring, to revisit our past traumas to allow healing with safety and without further trauma.
10.04.2018
I’m incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Shirley. Her calm, compassionate, and caring approach to therapy created a safe and nurturing space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions. She listened attentively and worked collaboratively to tailor her approach to my needs and concerns.
7 Days Ago
Throughout our sessions, Shirley showed genuine empathy and understanding. This made it easier for me to open up and share my experiences. I highly recommend Shirley to anyone seeking a therapist who truly cares about their well-being and is dedicated to helping them achieve their therapeutic goals.
10.04.2018
My husband and I feel an indescribable gratefulness for the hope, support, and healing Shirley extended to us as we learned new ways of viewing ourselves and each other. She helped us, with careful monitoring, to revisit our past traumas to allow healing with safety and without further trauma.
10.04.2018
Throughout our sessions, Shirley showed genuine empathy and understanding. This made it easier for me to open up and share my experiences. I highly recommend Shirley to anyone seeking a therapist who truly cares about their well-being and is dedicated to helping them achieve their therapeutic goals.
10.04.2018
I’m incredibly grateful for the support and guidance I received from Shirley. Her calm, compassionate, and caring approach to therapy created a safe and nurturing space for me to explore my thoughts and emotions. She listened attentively and worked collaboratively to tailor her approach to my needs and concerns.
7 Days Ago
My wife and I both felt Shirley’s nursing background helped us feel safe working through our trauma and address the grief and loss that we both were experiencing. From the first session on, she made us feel emotionally connected and gave us the support and insights we needed. Most importantly, this seemed to be not just a job for her, it seemed to be her passion. She made us feel like family or what family should feel like, it made a big difference for us!
10.04.2018
My wife and I both felt Shirley’s nursing background helped us feel safe working through our trauma and address the grief and loss that we both were experiencing. From the first session on, she made us feel emotionally connected and gave us the support and insights we needed. Most importantly, this seemed to be not just a job for her, it seemed to be her passion. She made us feel like family or what family should feel like, it made a big difference for us!
10.04.2018
Feeling stuck or overwhelmed—whether as a couple, a parent, or an individual—can be challenging. You don’t have to navigate it alone. Therapy offers a supportive space to explore your experiences, gain clarity, and work toward meaningful change.
Struggles in relationships or within yourself don’t mean something is wrong with you. Seeking support isn’t a sign of failure—it’s an act of courage. We all face difficulties, not because we are broken, but because we are human, and how we see ourselves shapes how we connect with others. Therapy isn’t about fixing you; it’s about understanding who you are, exploring new perspectives, and embracing your worth.
As a therapist, my aim is to provide a warm and supportive environment where you feel heard and understood. Every person’s journey is unique, and therapy is a space to explore what matters most to you at your own pace.
Therapy provides a space to understand each other better and work through patterns of conflict or emotional distance. Together, we’ll explore the underlying emotions and dynamics affecting your connection and look at ways to improve communication and rebuild trust. Whether navigating ongoing challenges or simply feeling disconnected, therapy can provide a space for reflection, learning, and growth.
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Therapy is an opportunity for self-exploration and personal growth. Whether you’re facing anxiety, relationship difficulties, or significant life transitions, we can work together to explore the patterns and emotions that may be impacting your well-being. Therapy offers a space to reflect, gain insight, and consider new ways to navigate life’s challenges.
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