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Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC (she, her)

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Erie, PA 16506
To everyone around you, you look composed and steady. But beneath the surface, there is often a quiet tension—a sense that while you are doing fine on your own, you are carrying more than you need to. Whether you tend to pull inward to stay safe or carry underlying anxiety about keeping relationships stable, these aren't flaws—they are protective attachment patterns built from past experiences. We’ll work together to strengthen your connection with yourself, deepen your relationships with others, and help you feel genuinely grounded.
My approach is conversational, direct, and low-pressure. We look at the facts—connecting the dots between your thoughts, feelings, patterns, and everyday situations. Because in therapy, as in life, everything is connected.
Hello and welcome! Whether you are beginning your therapeutic journey for the first time or returning to continue your progress, I am so glad you’re here. Starting therapy is a significant step towards self-discovery and healing, and I commend you for taking it!
Call or Shannon Bhagwandien now for a free 15 minute consultation - (814) 358-1302

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Erie, PA 16506

(814) 358-1302

Campo, CO 81029

My website
I offer therapy sessions online via video through Headway & Grow. Please note, some insurances are only accepted via one of the platforms.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Coping Skills 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  
Let's Connect (814) 358-1302
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Erie, PA 16506

(814) 358-1302

Campo, CO 81029

My website
I offer therapy sessions online via video through Headway & Grow. Please note, some insurances are only accepted via one of the platforms.
I specialize in Trauma and PTSD, Anxiety and Coping Skills 
$100 Per Session, I accept insurance 
I see individuals and couples  

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $100
  • Couple Sessions $150
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • AmeriHealth
  • Anthem
  • Capital Blue Cross
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Cigna EAP
  • Geisinger
  • Highmark
  • Independence Blue Cross
  • Optum
  • Quest Behavioral Health
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Outside of the insurances I accept, talk with me about your options to access affordable care! Please also be sure to check with your insurance for information about your copays. None of the insurances listed are Medicaid nor Medicare plans.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302
"
Outside of the insurances I accept, talk with me about your options to access affordable care! Please also be sure to check with your insurance for information about your copays. None of the insurances listed are Medicaid nor Medicare plans.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Pennsylvania / PC017793 Shannon Bhagwandien
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 4 years
  • Attended Gannon University, Master's of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • Certificate from National Board for Certified Counselors 1622627 / 2022
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Please note, some of the insurances listed are only available to clients living in a certain state as I am licensed in both PA and CO; please message me for more information!
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302
"
Please note, some of the insurances listed are only available to clients living in a certain state as I am licensed in both PA and CO; please message me for more information!
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills

Expertise

  • Dissociative Disorders (DID)
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • LGBTQ+
  • Relationship Issues
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
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Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and person-centered care are the archetype of my approach in sessions. When treating someone struggling with trauma or anxiety, I strive for using a collaborative approach in finding what will be most helpful.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302
"
Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma and person-centered care are the archetype of my approach in sessions. When treating someone struggling with trauma or anxiety, I strive for using a collaborative approach in finding what will be most helpful.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302

2 Endorsements

Kayla Gallagher
Kayla Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Shannon has a wonderful way of connecting with everyone, creating goals, and using modalities that help her clients have a better quality of life when they apply their learned skills. Shannon will challenge you but in warm productive way!
Kayla Walker
Kayla Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I have been lucky enough to be Shannon's colleague for over 5 years! She is caring and down to earth and so passionate about helping and advocating for her clients.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals , 
Couples

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Eclectic
  • Person-Centered
  • Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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We'll start by creating a relationship essential for effective therapy through some conversation about what brought you to therapy, any immediate issues, past experiences, and/or current challenges. We'll review which approach to therapy may best suit you and your needs as I use a flexible and individualized therapy approach that can incorporate techniques and concepts from various modalities.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302
"
We'll start by creating a relationship essential for effective therapy through some conversation about what brought you to therapy, any immediate issues, past experiences, and/or current challenges. We'll review which approach to therapy may best suit you and your needs as I use a flexible and individualized therapy approach that can incorporate techniques and concepts from various modalities.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (814) 358-1302

Location

Primary Location

Erie, PA 16506

(814) 358-1302

Additional Location

Campo, CO 81029

(814) 358-1302
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I offer therapy sessions online via video through Headway & Grow. Please note, some insurances are only accepted via one of the platforms.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (814) 358-1302
"
I offer therapy sessions online via video through Headway & Grow. Please note, some insurances are only accepted via one of the platforms.
Photo of Shannon Bhagwandien, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Shannon Bhagwandien
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Call for a free consultation now - (814) 358-1302