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Shay Carey

LCSW, 18 years of experience

Authentic
Empowering
Solution oriented
Virtual
Next available on

About me

Hi there! Do you find yourself feeling "lost" by the various struggles of your life? Do you find yourself questioning your purpose? Let me help you! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience in the community mental health arena. I have worked with a variety of concerns i.e. crisis management, depression/anxiety, grief/loss, relational issues and stress management. Often times, we can lose sight of what we need when we are pushing through our own emotional fog. I can help you navigate these experiences in real-time with solutions suited to your desired outcomes.

Get to know me

In our first session together, here's what you can expect

I strive to provide a therapeutic environment that is open, empathetic, nonjudgemental and collaborative with my clients to empower them to achieve the best results for their recovery.

The treatment methods and tools I utilize

I am well-versed in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness techniques.

The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions

I am fascinated by how we relate to others and how our relationships and everyday stressors affect our overall sense of self/well-being.

Specialties

Top specialties

Anxiety
Coping Skills
Depression

Other specialties

Career Counseling
Women's Issues

I identify as

Black / African American
Woman

Serves ages

Adults (18 to 64)

Location

Virtual

Licensed in

Arizona
Georgia
North Carolina
Virginia

Accepts

Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - WebTPA
All Savers
Ambetter Health
AvMed
Cash - $85 per session
Cigna
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Golden Rule
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Kaiser Permanente
Kaiser Permanente - Medicare
Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
NC State Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
WellCare of Georgia
, 20 ratings

3 ratings with written reviews

May 28, 2025

I gave up on therapy for a while, and now since having the opportunity to meet Shay I am so enthusiastic about therapy again and healing and I definitely see a difference within myself personally and this wouldn’t be possible without her, she is very professional, challenges you, and is very caring, so happy to start my healing journey!!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 5 with Shay

May 19, 2025

Shows interest and compassion

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Shay

April 27, 2025

This was my first appointment with Shay and I loved her she was very welcoming , engaged into the conversations , and made me feel comfortable for my first time! I loved my experience and am now excited about therapy!

Verified client, age 25-34

Review shared after session 1 with Shay