Pursuing Deeper Connection. Supporting Lasting Change.
A compassionate space for adults and couples ready to heal, grow, and reconnect—within themselves and in their relationships.
Building Stronger Bonds, Together.
At Pursuing Connections Counseling, I help adult individuals and couples build secure, emotionally fulfilling relationships—within themselves and with those they love. Whether you’re facing anxiety, grief, disconnection, or overwhelm, therapy can be a space to slow down, make sense of what you’re feeling, and create new ways forward.
I’m a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate working in partnership with Life Directions Counseling located in Spokane, WA. I offer both in-person and telehealth sessions for clients throughout Washington state.
You don’t have to do this alone. Whether you’re seeking clarity, support, or change, I’m here to walk alongside you with warmth, insight, and compassion.
Hi, I’m Shelly Donovan, LMFTA
I’m a connection-focused therapist. I can help you heal and thrive.
I help adults and couples understand the emotional patterns keeping them stuck—and guide them toward healing, connection, and clarity.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally distant (from themselves or their partner), or burdened by painful experiences that haven’t been fully processed. My role is to walk alongside you with warmth and emotional attunement as we gently explore what’s happening beneath the surface and begin shifting the patterns that no longer serve you.
Book 50-minute sessions for adults and couples to build deeper connections.
Insurance
I am part of Life Directions Counseling, which accepts a variety of insurance plans. A full list of accepted providers can be found on their website: lifedirectionscounseling.com.
Individuals
Therapy helps you overcome feelings of inadequacy, people-pleasing, or being unseen, offering a space to rewrite old narratives and reconnect with your self-worth.
Couples
I guide couples through healing from infidelity or emotional distance with honesty and empathy, providing a clear path to rebuild trust and safety.
How do I get started?
Ready to begin your journey?
Contact me for a free 15-minute consultation to share your needs and explore how I can support you. I’ll answer your questions and help you feel at ease.
Join me for weekly 50-minute sessions, in-person in Spokane or online across Washington. Together, we’ll uncover emotional patterns and build skills to foster secure, fulfilling connections.
As you grow through therapy, you’ll gain clarity, heal emotional wounds, and confidently navigate life’s challenges with renewed strength and connection.
15+
Years of Experience
Ready to build stronger relationships with yourself or your partner? Start with a free 15-minute consultation to see how therapy can help you find clarity and healing.
