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Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST

Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist

Counselor, LCPC, CST (she, her)

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Potomac, MD 20854
Let's Connect (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Has sex started to feel like a chore? Maybe you've tried discussing it and have been to individual or couples counseling but still feel stuck. I specialize in helping people in committed relationships to get unstuck and get back to feeling close and passionate again. Along the way we build some amazing sexual communication skills and get a clear sense of turn-ons and turn-offs so you can initiate like a pro. Whether you have low libido, sex addiction, erectile dysfunction or trauma around sexuality, I can offer support and guidance.
I offer a down-to-earth approach and my gift is helping people let go of shame and stigma around sexuality. I love working with ENM, LGBT+, kinky and sex worker clients and vanilla people too! Check out my photo gallery for testimonials and an infographic of my method. I also have an intern offering low fee sessions for individuals and relationship partner.
Reach out for a free 30-min Intimacy Breakthrough Call to learn more. We'll go over your struggles and goals as well as my recommendations. If it's a fit, I'll share about my coaching services. I can customize a program to what works for you: a full-day intensive, concierge level coaching or a DIY roadmap. Please note: I do not take any insurance plans.
Call or Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (301) 888-3461

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Potomac, MD 20854

(301) 888-3461

Charlotte, NC 28207

Hey, I'm glad you're ready to get some support around intimacy. We are honestly not taught nearly enough about sex or communication.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Life Coaching 
$300 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Need some help with your sex life? Don't hesitate to reach out!
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Let's Connect (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Potomac, MD 20854

(301) 888-3461

Charlotte, NC 28207

Hey, I'm glad you're ready to get some support around intimacy. We are honestly not taught nearly enough about sex or communication.
I specialize in Sex Therapy, Relationship Issues and Life Coaching 
$300 Per Session  
I see individuals and couples  
Need some help with your sex life? Don't hesitate to reach out!
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $300
  • Couple Sessions $375
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Paypal, Venmo, Visa, Wire, Zelle
"
I'm a specialist in relationships, intimacy and sex. I'm one of only 1200 worldwide AASECT certified sex therapist and have over 10,000 hours directly coaching and counseling clients. If you've tried individual or couples counseling without results, try me. I can help!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
"
I'm a specialist in relationships, intimacy and sex. I'm one of only 1200 worldwide AASECT certified sex therapist and have over 10,000 hours directly coaching and counseling clients. If you've tried individual or couples counseling without results, try me. I can help!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 180007881 Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
    License state differs from primary location state.
  • In Practice for 13 Years
  • Certificate from Institute for Integrative Nutrition - Holistic Health Coach Holistic Health Coach / 2011
  • Certificate from University of Michigan - Sexual Health Certificate Program (Therapy & Education) Sexual Health Certificate - Education & Therapy / 2020
  • Attended Loyola University Chicago, Masters in Counseling, Graduated 2006
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I am one of only 1,000 AASECT certified sex therapists in the world and I've spent 10,000 hours coaching and counseling clients since opening my practice in 2011.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
"
I am one of only 1,000 AASECT certified sex therapists in the world and I've spent 10,000 hours coaching and counseling clients since opening my practice in 2011.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Sex Therapy
  • Relationship Issues
  • Life Coaching

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anxious & Avoidant Attachment Styles
  • Bisexual
  • Body Positivity
  • Codependency
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Lesbian
  • LGBTQ+
  • Marital and Premarital
  • Men's Issues
  • Sex-Positive, Kink Allied
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Sexual Addiction
  • Transgender
  • Women's Issues
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I help with things like: sex feeling like a chore, feeling like you're just friends or roommates, difficulty orgasming, erectile dysfunction, understanding your relationship with porn, navigating non-monogamy, being in your head during sex, mismatched libido, mismatched kink, etc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
"
I help with things like: sex feeling like a chore, feeling like you're just friends or roommates, difficulty orgasming, erectile dysfunction, understanding your relationship with porn, navigating non-monogamy, being in your head during sex, mismatched libido, mismatched kink, etc.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST

Client Focus

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Buddhist

Age

Adults
Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals
Couples

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Immuno-disorders
Intersex Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Sex Worker Allied
Transgender Allied

Religion

Buddhist

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Attachment-based
  • Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
  • Coaching
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Gottman Method
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Internal Family Systems (IFS)
  • Law of Attraction
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Strength-Based
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Gottman, IFS and Law of Attraction are my go-to methods. I am person-centered though and customize per client. In the free consult, we'll make sure my approaches will work well for you!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
"
Gottman, IFS and Law of Attraction are my go-to methods. I am person-centered though and customize per client. In the free consult, we'll make sure my approaches will work well for you!
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST

Location

Primary Location

Potomac, MD 20854

(301) 888-3461

Additional Location

Charlotte, NC 28207

(301) 888-3461
"
Hey, I'm glad you're ready to get some support around intimacy. We are honestly not taught nearly enough about sex or communication.
Call for a free consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST
"
Hey, I'm glad you're ready to get some support around intimacy. We are honestly not taught nearly enough about sex or communication.
Call for a free consultation now - (301) 888-3461
Photo of Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist, LCPC, CST, Counselor
Heather Shannon | Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LCPC, CST