LCSW, 5 years of experience
Welcome! I am Shana Conley. I believe each person has a natural right to happiness and to experience all the joy life has to offer, and I am here to help you create that for yourself. I am here to walk with you on this journey. I truly believe I have found my place. A way to give back to the world more than I have taken.
Beginning with our first session, you can expect a warm and inviting environment where you are the director. You are the expert on your life's needs and desires; I am just a catalyst to help you get to the destination.
We all have a story and are on this journey called life. I am here to help you navigate the hard parts. Our work together can reduce symptoms associated with mental health disorders and improve your overall quality of life. Contact me today so we can begin to build or rebuild a life full of meaning, fulfilment, and purpose.
I have had the honor of helping individuals aged 15 and over work through symptoms such as those associated with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance misuse, and a multitude of general life concerns. By providing a safe space and the necessary tools, I have helped countless people achieve their mental health and life goals.
Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) has become the cornerstone of my work with clients. I have learned that many people are suffering, at least in part, due to misalignments with their values. ACT provides an opportunity to explore feelings and commit to actions that align with personal values and create a fulfilling life.
The relationship between our thoughts, feelings, and behavior can be a new concept for some individuals. I utilize principles of cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help people realize this relationship and learn ways to cope with unhelpful thoughts by challenging them with reality-based thoughts. When clients embody these principles, they develop skills to cope with the challenges of daily life and cope with symptoms of disorders such as anxiety and depression.
An individual will develop many relationships over their lifetime; we are social creatures after all. Unfortunately, some relationships become more challenging than others, whether it is with a romantic partner, family member, or coworker. I use interpersonal therapy to assist clients with understanding and improving these relationships, which in turn can improve their mental health.
Struggling to find meaning and purpose in your life? Existential therapy may be what you need. This treatment method provides the space for individuals to explore the deeper meanings of life and foster self-awareness and personal growth.