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Open Your Heart,
Free Your Mind
Welcome to Free Mind, LLC, where life’s challenges are understood as unique and complex to all individuals. As a Counseling & Development graduate student serving the Southeast Texas area (& online), I’m here to help you build skills & elevate your life. If you’re feeling lost or stressed, I want to help you move forward mindfully.
“The privilege of a lifetime is to become who you truly are.”
Carl Jung
About Me
Hello, I'm glad to see you here!
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I am Shaelyn Whatley, a professional therapist-in-training. For undergrad, I studied Human Ecology (Human Development, Family Sciences, Nutrition, Public Health, Textiles & Apparel) and pre-health sciences at The University of Texas at Austin. In October of 2021, I introduced my healthy, beautiful baby to the world.
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Currently, I am a graduate student, mother, clinical intern, and Qualified Mental Health Professional (QMHP). At Lamar University, I'm enrolled in Counseling & Development, entering my field experience as a clinical intern at Spindletop Center in Beaumont, working with adults. For work, I am a QMHP at Ray of Hope & Life, LLC, and for children & adolescents, helping kids & families in need of mental & behavioral support.
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I hope to begin practicing as an LPC- Associate in 2025. Until then, I have been developing my trauma-informed practicing theory based in Existentialism, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Person-Centered theory, while building my experience working with individuals and businesses. I am contracted by many local businesses for a variety of needs, which I can apply to a variety of clients!
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Hannah McInnis
“Working with Free Mind was an enlightening and transformative experience for me. Our sessions provided me with the clarity and guidance I needed. I truly felt empowered to make positive changes in my life. I am grateful for the insights and encouragement I received and recommend these services to anyone seeking personal and professional growth."
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~ Therapy/coaching~
Misti Doucet
"Free Mind, LLC has been a game-changer for my businesses. Before working with them, I struggled with organization and consistently felt overwhelmed. Thanks to the tailored tools and guidance, I now feel in control of daily business matters. I can finally breathe knowing that my business is on track and thriving. When a problem comes up, I trust it to Shaelyn to help me come up with a sustainable answer. Thank you so much!"."
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~Business development~
Justyce Knight
“My experience with Free Mind, LLC's couples therapy has been incredibly transformative. With their guidance, my partner and I learned to communicate better while strengthening our emotional intimacy. I've also received amazing tools to manage my anxiety better. For anyone seeking to improve their relationship and mental well-being, Free Mind will help.”
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~ Couple/Family Therapy ~