
Shanna W Dickens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
1 Endorsed
Wilmington, NC 28409
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (910) 335-9101

As humans, we naturally gravitate towards healing, but shifting from surviving into living can prove to be a little harder. I strive to offer a safe space to unpack the things that may be holding you back, to take them out, figure out their origin story and if it is time for them to retire. The goal is to curate the life that you want to live and to live that life authentically even if the world is trying to tell you to be something else. Boundaries and self compassion are the start of that journey.
I specialize in treating trauma, normal responses to those terrible things that happen to us in the span of a life. I am also passionate about validating the experience of chronic illness, breaking codependence, recovering from narcissistic abuse and sexual violence, normalizing the lifelong process of grief and affirming neurodivergence.
If you are unsure of where to start, we can figure it out together. I want people to leave my office not just feeling heard but feeling informed and empowered. I want you to look at all that you have survived and to see your strength while honoring your pain. I want to create an inclusive environment where you get to be exactly who you are without apology.
Call or Email Shanna W Dickens now for a free 15 minute consultation - (910) 335-9101
Let's Connect (910) 335-9101

Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- TRICARE
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (910) 335-9101

Shanna W Dickens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of North Carolina / C007692 Shanna W Dickens
- In Practice for 17 Years
- Certificate from NC Substance Abuse Professional Practice Board LCAS-3228 / 2014
- Certificate from University of NC- Chapel Hill B.A. Pscyhology / 2001
- Attended University of NC-Wilmington , Graduated 2008
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Trauma and PTSD
- Mood Disorders
- Codependency
Expertise
- ADHD
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Body Positivity
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Domestic Abuse
- Domestic Violence
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Life Transitions
- Narcissistic abuse
- Open Relationships Non-Monogamy
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse
- Stress
- Substance Use
- Women's Issues
Client Focus
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- I am IFS model informed.
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Call for a free consultation now - (910) 335-9101

Shanna W Dickens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS