Shannon Secrist

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and I have a passion for working with people in all stages of life. I always knew I wanted to help people from a very early age. What that looked like changed a dozen times before I decided on a career. I do this work because it's vital to hold space for people who don't have another human they can trust to share their innermost thoughts and feelings without being judged.

I'm driven by the knowledge, that mental illness doesn't decipher between black and white, rich or poor, sick or healthy, it just happens, and when it does people need a safe space to heal.

My hope, my goal is to be that space for others. It's a beautiful gift to be a part of another human's healing process! My approach to therapy is client-centered, open-minded, and non-judgmental with compassion and empathy. I believe everyone deserves a life worth living!

I'm comfortable working with clients across the lifespan children, teens, young adults, adults, and seniors. I've been described as warm, caring, friendly, non-assuming, accepting, and patient.

I have a very eclectic approach to therapy through a trauma-informed lens. I recognize people want to feel better quickly and I pull from evidence-based practices of CBT, solution-focused therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy, Couples Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, Mindfulness, Relaxation, and Reality Therapy.

Clients are ultimately in charge of their goals, my job is to guide them in identifying the steps to reaching those goals and assisting them in recognizing the process it takes to get there. Together we can identify and address barriers, ultimately though it is up to the client to do the work to reach their goals. We can adjust as needed and openly discuss what may be blocking their progress toward achieving their goals.