Payton Shy

LCMHC

Payton Shy is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in Communication and her Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville.

Payton has experience working with all ages, in individual settings and group settings, with a wide range of diagnoses. She focuses on individuals who are struggling with Trauma, depression, anxiety, OCD, mood disorders, emotional dysregulation, transitions, and stress management. Payton uses a person-centered approach to counseling but implements a wide variety of modalities depending on the client’s needs. Payton is trained in Child-Centered Play Therapy, Sand Tray, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Foundations of Eating Disorder Treatment, and weight Inclusive Care, and somatic work. Payton is passionate about meeting individuals where they are. It is a priority to create a safe space for the client to gain their own mental and body awareness, recognize the next steps for growth, and process thoughts and feelings at their own pace.

Outside of work, you will find Payton spending time with family and friends, exploring outside, or reading a good book.