"When we feel stuck in life everything can feel difficult and like a battle; I believe there is no need to face issues alone. With a collaborative approach, I can help people better understand the life events that have shaped their view of the world. Every individual experiences events that can discourage us. My goal is to help highlight the unique strengths that lie within all of us. I strive to help children/adolescents, families, and adults to recognize the meaning they attach to life experiences. When we understand the meaning we attach to events, we better understand our choices."

"When life gets hard, we can find ourselves on autopilot, feeling alone while straining for connection, looking for someone we can trust. As a counselor and as a human, I passionately pursue these connections and help others achieve them as well. With curiosity and understanding, we can work together, reflecting and connecting to find a sense of meaning. Working toward this sense of meaning builds trust; building this trust helps us find hope."

"Are you looking for a BIPOC therapist? Are you looking to make some changes in how you think, feel and function in the world? Therapy is a confidential space to collaborate with a therapist and gain awareness into helpful/unhelpful patterns. Awareness creates new thoughts and feelings which can lead to new ways of being! Therapy can provide you with tools to manage the impacts of stress, post-traumatic stress, racism, white supremacy, depression, anxiety, relationships, family conflict, job performance, parenting, negative thinking patterns and self-esteem."

"Asking for support can be difficult but you do not have to struggle alone. Counseling can help you find solutions and guide you through difficult life transitions, in which you, family and relationships can emerge stronger. I work collaboratively to help increase self-esteem, decrease negative self-talk and learn how to be happy. Whether it is learning how to embrace who you are or learning how to make healthier choices, I provide a safe space to explore life's challenges."

"Hi, I’m Shauna! Thank you for visiting! First, be so proud of yourself for seeking healing. I work with pre teens, teens and adults. In our work together you will find that I have a nurturing, down to earth, approachable style that will meet you right where you’re at. I take a holistic approach and we will work together and figure out the best mode for healing and moving forward toward living a fulfilling life. You already have the strengths that you need. We will work to uncover them."

"I have a deep passion for sitting with people during their darkest times to uncover their truths and strengths that lie within. We all need help along our journeys and it takes great courage to reach out. I see safety as key to healing and strive to provide that sense of safety to every client that I work with so that we are able to work towards solutions. Together, we will build more meaning, connection, intimacy, and hope in your life. I affirm the dignity, value, and worth of all clients and promote an atmosphere of openness, security, and respect."

"When you are feeling overwhelmed but aren't sure how things can change, I can help. When you find that you keep making the same mistakes, doing things you promised yourself you would stop, I can help. Behavior changes are more than just applying logic to your situation. If it was only logic, you would have figured it out by now. I focus on how the brain processes experiences. I can provide the space to sort things out and finally make sense of those old patterns."

"ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS ON JUNE 1, 2020. I work well with people who are seeking a compass for growth in their circumstances that bring them to therapy. I work with individuals (ages 18+), couples and families. I have had great success supporting individuals and couples challenged by addiction, anger, feeling disconnected, co-dependency issues, post-trauma distress and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as struggling with history of child abuse(s), family/parent(s) Alcoholic/Substances/Addictions and/or family secrets. "

"Are you an individual or family who is struggling with connection or communication? Someone who struggles with negative thoughts/beliefs about themselves? Someone who is carrying emotional weight that has become too heavy? Let me be the one to help support and lift this weight off of your shoulders."

"Feeling a little lost? Do you feel unfulfilled or overwhelmed? Are you struggling through a period of transition? Has your depression or anxiety become too much to manage on your own? I work with people just like you to understand their problems and develop skills to get back on track. We will collaborate to look at your thoughts and behaviors, and through some adjustments make your emotions manageable. I also work with trauma issues and am an EMDR practitioner."

"Thank you for taking the time to read this. I believe in the dignity of all people. Every client has a story that needs to be told in a safe and trustworthy environment. The typical client I see has a personal story that involves addiction, either his/her own or someone in the family. In addition, clients often experience issues with chronic pain and may use opiate painkillers. Every problem has a solution and it my job to help you find the answer, both immediate and long-term. My goal is to help you live a safer, happier and more healthy life. I promise our time together will be respectful, safe and comforting."

"Are you discouraged or lonely? Do you find it difficult to be kind to yourself? Do your relationships feel unmanageable? Do you feel as if your creativity is stifled? You don't need to keep it all inside. I know how important it is to be heard without judgement. I am good at identifying hidden strengths... strengths you may discount due to self-criticism and emotional pain. We can work together to help you love yourself so that you may be able to fully experience the love of others and accomplish the things you hope to accomplish. I offer support and encouragement to help you gain a more positive perspective on your life. "

"Feel like you've tried "everything" for your anxiety, sleep or focus issue? Are you tired of relying on medications to control your moods and emotions? Ready to quit smoking, lose weight, or achieve other goals and do it naturally? Creating real and lasting change is so much easier than you've been led to believe. Hypnosis is a safe, relaxing and highly effective means of achieving successful results. Whether your struggle is with weight, smoking, self-doubt, chronic pain, overwhelm, stress/anxiety, and so much more, research has shown hypnosis to be 93% effective after up to 6 sessions."

"I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual therapy for adults, teens, and families. I take on a respectful, curious, warm, non-blaming approach, perceiving each client as the expert on their own life. My goal is to empower and guide along the journey towards a healthier and stronger version of yourself. As life may appear black and white while experiencing hardship, I choose to incorporate humor when appropriate. "

"Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and would like to make changes in your life? Have you been faced with transitions such as relocating, career shift, or relationship struggles? Leaving a partner or community can be painful and isolating. By working together in a supportive environment we can find positive solutions to life's problems. I enjoy providing therapy for clients with anxiety and depression, as well as assisting adults with life transitions such as relationships, career, and relocating. I believe that honesty and a sense of humor create positive relationships."

"I believe pursuing therapy is a very courageous act and feel honored to provide a space for this vital work. Common challenges that I help with include depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, substance use disorders, and eating disorders. I employ therapeutic styles rooted in Mindfulness, Buddhist Psychology, and Psychodynamic Therapy. My aim as a clinician is to help clients uncover their own answers and their own truth, to gain greater clarity in moving toward their higher self, and their innate capacity for healing. I implement my health coaching training when applicable to certain client goals. "

"I have been working with adults experiencing life challenges for the last 20 years. I believe the vulnerability of seeking help to make your life better is pure courage. I understand the investment required in doing this work and seek to make your time in therapy valuable and worthwhile. My approach is validating as well as direct. My clients say that I am able to understand their situations quickly, and provide clear ideas of how to cope differently. I am a skills oriented therapist who has many ideas for strategies in working towards your goals. "

"If you are reading this then you can take pride in knowing that you’ve taken your first step toward positive change. For many, the mention of therapy provokes feelings of intimidation, vulnerability, and inadequacy. Finding the "right fit" when it comes to the client/therapist relationship, will not only help you move past these feelings, it will strengthen your ability to accept challenge and consider alternative ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. I believe you have the capacity for change, which makes anything possible. You deserve to live the best life possible!"

"I genuinely give from my heart. When I offer honesty, humility and openness my clients' begin to trust. I connect with compassion to those experiencing trauma stress, substance use or addiction, family conflict and relationship concerns. I like to build a bridge in sessions that develops trust, understanding and safety. I easily connect to those who have been incarcerated or with those who are transitioning from substance use treatment centers. I love working with all people, all backgrounds and have strong relationship skills in building a sound therapeutic environment for change, healing and growth. "

"Couples- Yes, it IS possible to stop having the same fight over and over. But after going round and round, it can start to feel hopeless. The hurt and anger builds and you start to question everything. You don’t want it to be over, but you can't keep feeling this sad, frustrated and stuck. Maybe the distance built over years of time and now it is hard to know where to start. Or maybe a recently discovered betrayal shook the foundation of the relationship. Either way, we can untangle it. I specialize in helping couples stop negative cycles, repair trust and create connection."