Dr. Shelley Sommerfeldt is the founder of the Loving Roots Project and is a clinical psychologist turned virtual coach and relationship expert. She’s also a wife, mother, military spouse, entrepreneur, hiker, gardener, beekeeper, animal lover and an avid dreamer who’s dedicated to helping others achieve the happiness they deserve.

She earned a Doctorate degree as well as a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University in California. She also earned a Master’s degree in Family Psychology from Hardin Simmons University in Texas.

Dr. Shelley has worked for many years in a variety of mental health settings including a domestic violence shelter, geriatric treatment facility, correctional facility, psychiatric hospital, substance abuse treatment facility and various counseling centers, including community mental health centers and private practice. 

Dr. Shelley was the owner and creator of Beach Cities Psychological Services in Hermosa Beach, CA. During her time as an entrepreneur and founder of the group practice, she developed a passion for working with couples and helping individuals with relationship-related issues as well as helping to empower people toward their own personal growth and development. It was this passion that led her to develop the Loving Roots Project & to provide virtual services, both nationally and internationally.

Dr. Shelley has been featured in a number of media publications. See more here.