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Shannon Szymanski

Therapist
4 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to assisting individuals improve upon their wellness by gaining emotional awareness and insight, while also identifying and implementing coping skills. I have worked in the mental health field in various settings for 9 years, such as community mental health agencies as well as a psychiatric crisis setting. For the past three years, I have worked in private practice. I provide individual counseling to adolescents and adults.

My approach to therapy

I focus on the individuals strengths, utilizing a person-centered approach, and assists individuals in learning and implementing a variety of techniques. I implement an eclectic approach including, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing to assist my clients in managing depression, anxiety, life transitions, and self-esteem issues.

What you can expect from me

I value the importance of wellness and incorporates running, hiking, and a yoga practice into my own routine, and I encourage my clients to integrate a wellness routine of their own to promote healing. Ultimately, my goal is to help my clients navigate their journey to wellness while providing empathy and compassion.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Affirming, Empowering, Open Minded

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    4 years of experience
  • Training
    MS (Master of Science) at Monmouth University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, AmeriHealth New Jersey, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Stress management, Panic disorders, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    928 North Main Street
    Stafford Township, NJ 08050