History
Marlene Shiple, Ph.D., has been practicing for over 45 years. Her scope of practice ranges from working with pro NFL players in the late 1990s to serving as a guide and mentor for entrepreneurs and grieving widows. Now, 25 + years later, Marlene recognized the need to work with clients virtually. After years of providing virtual coaching through “Find-a-Therapist”, Dr. Shiple founded her online Life Coaching practice.
Dr. Marlene is a relentless advocate for personal growth and transformation. With her extensive time with clients married with profound insights, Marlene's dynamic approach combines cutting-edge therapeutic techniques, spiritual wisdom, and a deep understanding of the human psyche to guide her clients toward profound healing and self-discovery.
Drawing upon her extensive training and practical experience, Dr. Shiple’s compassion naturally creates a safe and nurturing environment where clients can embark on their transformative journeys. She is an empathetic and compassionate listener, guiding her clients through the maze of their emotions, beliefs, and past experiences to reveal the deep wellspring of joy and passion that allows her clients to source their inner life force.
Dr. Marlene Shiple's unique approach transcends traditional therapy and coaching modalities. She believes in harnessing the power of the conscious and subconscious mind, blending evidence-based interventions with mindfulness practices and ancient wisdom traditions. By delving into the core of her clients' challenges, Dr. Marlene helps them shed limiting beliefs, release emotional baggage, and embrace their authentic selves with open hearts and minds.
My Current focus
Seeing the state of the world we are in now, my focus is on supporting others through grief and loss to embrace the dawn.
How can I support you with your grief and loss?
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Meet Dr. Marlene Shiple
Marlene Shiple has a Ph.D. degree in Counseling Psychology. She founded and has operated Counselors Associated, Inc., a private-practice counseling service in Phoenix, AZ, for the past 35 years. She also founded The Life Coach Dr., LLC; through this entity, Dr. Shiple has provided distance Life Coaching products and services since 2000.
Marlene specializes now in the treatment of grief, trauma, stress, and the loss of a loved one. She is a published author, lecturer, and provides hypnosis/hypnotherapy for habit change, pain management & reduction, and releasing mental-emotional blocks.
Having first become involved with the treatment of NFL players in the late 1990s, Marlene spent 13 enjoyable seasons working with the Arizona Cardinals football team. She actively volunteers for the American Red Cross, Disaster Mental Health. She has been chairman of the Phoenix-area Red Cross Outprocessing Committee for the past 23+ years.
A lifelong advocate of regular exercise, breath-enhancing techniques, and healthful mind-body-emotions-spirit practices, Marlene hikes and bikes with her husband in the beautiful Arizona outdoors every chance she gets!
Dr. Shiple has owned and operated two client-service businesses from 1975 to the present. Dr. Marlene has a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology, a Master of Science degree in behaviorally-oriented Industrial Engineering, and a Ph.D. degree in Counseling Psychology.
Throughout her career, Dr. Marlene has touched the lives of countless individuals, illuminating their soul talents and gifts, and helping them reclaim their innate power. Her unique ability to intuitively grasp the underlying causes of her clients' challenges, combined with her arsenal of transformative tools, makes her a true catalyst for change.
Dr. Shiple's impact extends far beyond the therapy room. She is a prolific writer, captivating audiences with her insightful articles on personal growth and transformation. Her thought-provoking words resonate with readers, igniting a hunger for self-discovery and inspiring them to embark on their own journey toward joy and passion.
Memberships
American Psychological Association (APA)
American Counseling Association (ACA
American Psychotherapy Association (APA)
Am Assn of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT)
American Assn of Professional Hypnotists (AAPH)
Activities
American Red Cross, Disaster Mental Health (DMH), Member 1994-Present
American Red Cross Outprocessing Committee, Chair -- chairperson 2001-Present
Consultant, Other Woman's Forum; Falls Church, VA
Lecturer
Amazon Best-Selling Author