Shantell Pepe is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and founder of CARE Institute. She has extensive training and certifications in trauma-focused-cognitive behavioral therapy (C-TF-CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR-C), neuropsychotherapy (NPT), and is a Qualified Supervisor for Registered Mental Health Counselor Interns seeking licensure in the State of Florida. “My virtue is through overcoming personal experiences with childhood trauma and PTSD. I know the vulnerability and uncertainty of letting someone in and have felt the fear of revisiting difficult memories. With me, you are safe; I promise to be with you for every step (or stumble) of your journey.”