Rev. Shelly Dvorak, LMFT-P

I bring over 20 years of experience serving children and youth in a pastoral role within the military community. I hold a bachelor’s degree in Pastoral Ministry from Lee University and a master’s degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Regent University. Throughout my career, I have worked extensively with neurodiverse children, including those with autism and ADHD, enabling me to provide informed, compassionate, and developmentally responsive care to families from diverse backgrounds.

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My professional training includes a two-year internship and residency in Clinical Chaplaincy at the University of Kansas Medical Center, where I developed a strong foundation in grief care, trauma support, and interdisciplinary collaboration. I have also served in advocacy roles with children in the Kansas foster care system, supporting vulnerable populations with sensitivity, integrity, and a trauma-informed perspective.

In addition, I have completed EMDR Basic Training Levels I and II, as well as specialized training in applying EMDR with neurodiverse individuals. This blend of pastoral experience, clinical training, child advocacy, and evidence-based trauma therapy enables me to offer thoughtful, culturally responsive, and individualized care.

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My experiences in military ministry, hospital chaplaincy, foster care advocacy, and work with individuals with special needs have shaped a deep compassion for people and their stories. I value building authentic relationships with those I serve and enjoy adapting therapeutic approaches to meet each client’s unique needs as we work together toward healing and growth.