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Nakia Linzie Shavers

Therapist(she,her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive experience in the healthcare industry, my focus is on individual well-being and coping strategies. I have a dedication to holistic and person-centered care. My educational background includes a Master’s in Social Work from CSU, East Bay, along with a Bachelor's in Sociology, thus providing me with a comprehensive understanding of human behavior and social systems.

My approach to therapy

My approach to therapy emphasizes empowering you to improve your quality of life by developing new skills and coping mechanisms to address unwanted behaviors and alleviate stressors. I collaborate with you on goal-setting. I aim to equip you with the tools needed to navigate challenging situations and cultivate healthier interpersonal relationships.

I have a passion for this work! I look forward to supporting your journey towards improved wellness. Let’s take this journey together!

What you can expect from me

During our first session the focus is on introduction and allowing you the space to share what you're experiencing. It can often be awkward opening up to someone you don't know, so building a comfortable space is most important. We will discuss the challenges presenting in your life and discuss how to create a roadmap to begin your journey to mental wellness.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Warm, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at California State University, Hayward
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Florida, Texas, California)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Shield of California, Carelon Behavioral Health, Carelon Behavioral Health Medicare Advantage, Cigna, Devoted Health Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    Stress management, End of life care, Relationship issues, Women's issues
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Relational, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    4300 Appian Way
    El Sobrante, CA 94803