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Shannon Galarneau

Therapist
10 years of experience
  • Virtual & in-person
  • Anxiety, Stress management, Panic disorders, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I have been practicing therapy for the past ten plus years, but let's be honest, I was born a therapist. I have had the opportunity to learn that we all grow together and are blessed to take this mysterious journey in our own unique way. I have lived and learned experience, as well as extensive education and training. I began my adult career as a police officer and then returned to college as an adult learner. I graduated from Keuka College with my BSW and Syracuse University with my MSW and an advanced certification in trauma. I have worked with all ages and population but primarily with addiction, trauma processing, and self-esteem issues.

At the end of the day, I am here to listen, guide, and help you learn the value of your own experiences. I specialize in trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety and mood disorders but I am also familiar with self-harm, self-image, and self-esteem issues. My goal is to help you recognize your worth, set goals, learn coping skills and strategize positive daily living. If you are ready to make moves for a better tomorrow, I am ready to help. I am trained in CBT, mindfulness, DBT, motivational interviewing, with advanced specialties in trauma informed care. Let's change the narrative on tomorrow. I look forward to connecting and working with you!

My approach to therapy

I like to see the value you bring to the experience, then build on it. I bring in tools to improve your ability to manage, but you are the expert at the end of the day. It's my job to help you learn how to believe in yourself, and to have the ability to navigate the world in a confident and effective way. We are a team, and your success is my success.

What you can expect from me

Humor, comfort, and a someone who will put you at ease.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Energetic, Empowering, Holistic

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    10 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Syracuse University, Bachelor of Science at Keuka College
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Stress management, Panic disorders, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues
  • Therapy methods
    Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Psychodynamic, Attachment Based, Narrative Therapy, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Trauma Focused CBT, Behavioral, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Bowen Family Systems, Seeking Safety
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Locations
    6443 Ridings Road Unit 133
    Syracuse, NY 13206
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