Shelby Spalding

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist


Shelby graduated from Eastern Michigan University in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Therapeutic Recreation. During her studies, she completed multiple fieldwork placements including adolescent psych, in-patient rehabilitation and geriatrics. Shelby completed her internship at The Gilbert Residence in Ypsilanti where she focused on improving quality of life for her residents through Recreation Therapy. Later, she was hired on full time and awarded Employee of the year in 2017. 

Wanting to advance her career and skills, she found her love for community reintegration with the TBI/SCI population with HCRT. Shelby is passionate about empowering her clients to work towards their goals while engaging in meaningful leisure activities. 

In her free time, Shelby enjoys cooking, kayaking, fishing, traveling with her husband, spending quality time with friends and family, painting, crafting, and playing with her three dogs.