Hi! I'm Shannon Aldridge, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families both online as well as in my private practice. I received my Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Augustana College in 1998. Shortly thereafter I worked for the Illinois Department of Children and Family Services helping families to address and ameliorate issues impacting the safety and well being of children. I achieved my Master's Degree in Social Work from Aurora University in 2005 while continuing to work with DCFS. My work in child welfare provided vast opportunities to work with populations struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD and Addictions. It was through this experience that I found passion in strengthening families and advocating for education, treatment and community supports. I ultimately shifted my career to private practice where I have enjoyed the ability to connect and effect change with individuals and families through a therapeutic alliance.

What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?

First sessions can be intimidating, so please know that we will go at a pace that is comfortable for you. I strive to create a safe, judgement free environment for you to explore sensitive topics. If you don't feel ready to discuss certain subjects, it's ok! In our first session together, we'll start with brief introductions, then transition into the specific challenges you're facing. This will allow me create a tailored plan for us to work through in follow-up sessions. It can be helpful for you to have a few treatment goals in mind so we can be certain to the use the time in a way that will be most beneficial to you.

Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.

As a wife, daughter, sister and mother, I understand the complexities of relationships and how our experiences shape our day to day functioning. As a clinician, I incorporate not only functional therapeutic strategies, but empower individuals to take control of their lives through connecting with their personal values system and taking the steps necessary to create a thriving life.

About Shannon Aldridge

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