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Lydia Shively

ATR, LCMHCA, NCC Oyster and Pearl Art Therapy, PLLC
Available this week
Specialties: Coping Skills, Child or Adolescent, Social Anxiety, Anxiety, Depression,
Insurance: Aetna, BlueCross and BlueShield, Medcost

Introduction

My passion is to help others, especially through art. With 14 years of combined experience as an art teacher and a school counselor, I am excited to combine my knowledge to work with clients in a therapeutic setting. I earned my undergrad in Art Education with a minor in Art Therapy from Capital University. My master's degree in School Counseling is from Liberty University, and my Post-Master's certification in Art Therapy is from Edinboro University (now called PennWest). What I love about art therapy is that it is truly for EVERYONE: any age, any gender, any artistic level. Art Therapy does NOT require any artistic skill. Art Therapy is process-based, focusing on the journey of expression rather than making an artistic masterpiece. Art is the vehicle for emotions, feelings, thoughts, and ideas to be expressed. Art helps when words are difficult. A typical session will include a check-in/warm-up activity, an art intervention tailored to the client's goals and artistic preferences/comfort, in-depth discussion of artwork and directionality for future sessions. Between-session art prompts for "homework" will be offered. Why "Oyster and Pearl"? Oysters create pearls by using the irritating sand that comes into their shell. However, the oyster is able to create a beautiful pearl out of its negative situation. What is the sand in your life that needs direction to create pearls?

GENDER Female
PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY White

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights & weekends
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LCMHCA #A18504 (NC)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals

Age groups

  • Toddlers (under 6)
  • Children (6-12)
  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

Lydia Shively accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Aetna
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Medcost

Pay out-of-pocket

  • 15 Minute Consultation $0
  • 60 Minute Individual Sessions $90
  • 60 Minute Family Session $115

Locations

13500 NC HWY 50 Ste. 220
Surf City, NC 28445
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Frequently asked questions

Is Lydia Shively accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Lydia Shively is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Monarch website. Lydia Shively also offers a free consultation.
Does Lydia Shively offer telehealth appointments? Lydia Shively does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Monarch profile.
What areas does Lydia Shively specialize in? Lydia Shively specializes in the following areas: Anxiety, Child or Adolescent, College Mental Health, Coping Skills, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Life Transitions, Mindfulness, School Issues, Self Esteem, Self-Harming, Social Anxiety, Spirituality and Religion, and Trauma.
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