Shantaye Powell

LCSW (she/her)9 years of experienceNext available
4.9 (28)
Authentic
Warm
Empowering

Dear future client, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Kentucky but licensed in KY and Illinois. I received my master's from the University of Louisville and have been practicing for 9 years. I work alongside adults to assist in managing strong emotions to support mental wellness. Adults who need support while learning ways to cope.

I feel my greatest strength is my empathetic nature to the next person's experiences and struggles.

A space to process unhealthy attachments and traumatic experiences.

First session

In our first session we will review your intake as I asses your history and goals. I will provide a safe space for you to ask all questions needed for you to become comfortable with me. I believe in first building trust and rapport with clients as trust is imperative to a therapeutic relationship. We will discuss goals that you have for your mental health and over-all well-being.

Strengths

I feel my greatest strength is my empathetic nature to the next person's experiences and struggles. This strength allows me to be understanding of my client and their needs. It has naturally equipped me to assist clients in their healing and achievement of their mental health goals.

Ideal clients

I enjoy working with adults who experience emotions/feelings intensely such as Anxiety or Depression, and Shame or Guilt. Obsessive thoughts, and compulsive behaviors. Adults who have experienced trauma and would like support with healthier responses. I enjoy working alongside client's while they learn new ways to cope. I provide a safe space to process unhealthy attachments that shape who we are.

Treatment methods

EMDR

Trained in EMDR-utilize this therapy by tapping into the brain's innate ability to heal itself

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Utilize this intervention to allow client to bring insight and awareness to unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.

Person-centered (Rogerian)

Allow a safe space for client to express thoughts, feelings and emotions to solve problems on their own and to promote self-acceptance and realization.

Attachment-based

Trained in Attachment-Focused EMDR. Utilize this intervention with adults who have experienced emotional/physical childhood trauma. Who may or may not have developed and unhealthy attachment style.

Location

Virtual sessions

Identifies as

  • Black / African American

  • Woman

Top specialties

  • Anxiety

  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)

  • Trauma and PTSD

Other specialties

  • ADHD

  • Depression

  • Grief

  • LGBTQ

  • Life Transitions

  • Mood Disorders

  • Phobias

  • Racism

  • Self Esteem

  • Women's Issues

Serves

  • Adults (18 to 64)

  • Elders (65 and above)

Licensed in

  • IllinoisLicense 149029979

  • KentuckyLicense 259520

Accepts cash

$100/session

Reviews and ratings

4.9 rating (28)3 reviews
September 16, 2026

Shantaye is very supportive and helpful with guidance on issues I have and tries to help me find them on my own instead of giving me the answer. Also, she is very open-minded about how I want to approach topics by giving me the floor to speak my mind, and she is very kind on her suggestion she gives to help me.

Verified client, age 25-34Review shared after session 6 with Shantaye
July 29, 2026

I was nervous as this was my first session in over 20 years, but she made me feel comfortable and heard, and I feel like I will be able to change my way of thinking by continuing my sessions. I look forward to our next session! This gives me hope :)

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 1 with Shantaye
June 10, 2025

She listened without judgement to my situation and offered a unique and supportive perspective.

Verified client, age 35-44Review shared after session 1 with Shantaye
Schedule 60 min