In addition to Shannon being a Mental Health Provider, she is also a Nationally Certified Professional Mediator (NCPM), who is Certified in Family Law Mediation (CME). Shannon is also a Certified Specialist In Anger Management (CSAM), Certified Specialist in Child and
Adolescent Anger Management (CSCAAM), a Certified Narcissistic Abuse Treatment Clinician (NATC), and a Parent Plan Coordinator/ Special Master (PPC). Shannon has completed Level 1 Training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy and uses Gottman Method Couples Therapy in her practice.
Shannon has over 14 years of experience working with children, adolescents, teens, individuals, couples, and families from culturally diverse populations on a wide range of issues and concerns.
Shannon's approach is collaborative. She believes that by working together, a positive outcome is achievable. Shannon provides a warm, open, non-judgmental environment where one's thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are explored and discussed in an objective, respectful, empathetic manner.
Shannon is licensed in Arizona California, Colorado, Nevada and Texas.
At this time, Shannon only provide services virtually through a secure telehealth system.
Four things Shannon wants you to know before you begin therapy with her :
1. She wants treatment to work just as much as you do.
2. She is not judging you, and needs to hear all of your truth(s) in order to best support you. You can't heal what you won't reveal.
3. She can not and will not fight you for your healing.
What that means is: She will not work harder than you do. However, she will be right there beside you as the two of you navigate your Mental Health journey together.
4. If you don't connect with her, that's okay. Don't be afraid to try someone new, and keep trying until you find the right fit.
Shannon looks forward to working with you!
Hi there, my name’s Ephraim Tokar. I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over 10+ years experience. I obtained a Masters in Social Work from The Ohio State University and specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy to treat symptoms of stress, anxiety, depression, low self worth, past trauma and PTSD. Clients will gain new coping skills to challenge negative thinking patterns and learn how to adjust reactionary trauma coping styles. I value honest direct discussions in the therapeutic relationship and look forward to working with you.