Shannon Szymanski

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.

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.

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.