(she/her)
New to Grow
am Shannon Shackford, a licensed therapist. Welcome,I'm so glad you're here. Taking the first step toward therapy is a powerful act of self-care, and I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to explore support. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, navigating big life changes, or simply needing a space to be heard, this is a safe and supportive place for you.My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and tailored to meet you where you are. Together, we'll work at your pace to uncover clarity, build resilience, and reconnect you with your sense of direction and self.If you're ready to begin-or just exploring what therapy could look like-I invite you to schedule a session. I'd be honored to walk alongside you in your journey.
a general getting to know you and your background, I also provide an overview of how I do therapy, encouragement of holistic wellness practices, the importance of boundaries, and "homework' is what I like to call the elephant bite. Encourage the identification of one little thing to work on doing differently that you think will push you in a different direction.
I come to this as a second career, and before I am anything, I am a wife of 25 years, a mom, and a grandma. I identify as Neurodivergent (adhd with dygraphia). I'm fond of telling clients If I can do it so can you. Because while I am an LPC and Neurodivergent coach, I have both clinical and lived experience.
I identify as Neurodivergent, and as being a Therapist, I am also a neurodivergent coach. I specialize in working with individuals who have ADHD, Autism, AuDHD, or suspect they might be. I am also a wife, mom, and grandma, so I like helping parents navigate their own issues in relation to parenting and being neurodivergent. I also like working with clients who are in transition in life and trying to figure out who they are, where they are going, and what's next in the wake of stressful circumstances, whatever that may consist of.
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
I operate from the perspective that thoughts influence feelings, which in turn influence behavior. But we are all responsible for how we choose to behave. We are all a 5-second decision away from a completely different life. And feelings become felonies real quick, if you arent careful.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
I encourage people to live with authenticity and that differences are can be superpowers not things to be altered or "cured"
Eclectic
I utilize multiple modalities in any given system. I draw on 4 different methods and I use them interchangeablly depending on what the client needs at the time what the client needs at any given time.
Faith based therapy
I am a believer in all things unseen. I am a supported or what I like to call wisdom traditions. Any sacred text, faith-based system, or spiritual affiliation a client participates in should the client so choose. If you're asking where I stand personally. I am of Christ-like consciousness.