Hi! I'm a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Virginia. I received my Doctorate degree from William James College in Massachusetts and have been practicing for 2 years. I am an Army Veteran and strive to help those who struggle with major life transitions and mood disorders. My goal is to provide effetive evidence-based treatment and teach the skills needed to cope effectively.
In our first session together, here's what you can expect
In our first session together, we will take time to get to know each other and dive into specific challenges you're facing prior to coming up with a treatment plan together. I believe the most important part of treatment is forming a strong therapeutic alliance and taking the time to foster that relationship.
The biggest strengths that I bring into our sessions
Having served as a psychologist in the Army, I've worked with a range of problems and have several evidence-based treatments that help to identify the root cause of your problems and give you the skills needed to address those problems.
The clients I'm best positioned to serve
I love working with active duty Servicemembers, Veterans, and their families. My clients are motivated to change but need support along the way. Whether it's parenting skills, coping skills, anger management, disrupted sleep, or a range of clinical diagnoses, my ultimate goal is to provide the support and tools needed to empower my clients to make their desired changes.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
ACT is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals accept their thoughts and feelings rather than fighting or avoiding them. It also emphasizes living in alignment with one's core values and engaging in committed action despite the presence of difficult emotions.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
CBT is a structured, goal-oriented therapy that focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that contribute to emotional distress.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-i)
CBT-I targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors that contribute to sleep difficulties. CBT-I involves cognitive restructuring, sleep restriction, and stimulus control to improve sleep quality.
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
CPT helps individuals identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts related to trauma, such as feelings of guilt or self-blame through identifying stuck points and using writing exercises to process the trauma narrative.
Humanistic
Humanistic therapy focuses on fostering a supportive, non-judgmental environment where clients can explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences.
6 ratings with written reviews
May 1, 2025
Honest, caters to what your plan looks like. Direct when you ask.
April 16, 2025
I adore Shannen and her therapy sessions have greatly affected my life in the most positive way!
March 12, 2025
She is really helping me.