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Shantell Whitaker

Therapist
1 year of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I'm Shantell Whitaker, a dedicated mental health counselor specializing in holistic wellness. With a background in counseling and wellness services, I provide compassionate support for individuals facing stress, anxiety, and life transitions. My approach integrates mindfulness and evidence-based techniques to promote emotional well-being. Whether you're seeking guidance or healing, I’m here to help you navigate your journey with clarity and care.

My approach to therapy

My therapy approach is client-centered, holistic, and integrative, combining mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral techniques, and solution-focused strategies. I create a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping skills, and foster personal growth. Specializing in stress management, life transitions, and emotional well-being, I tailor each session to meet individual needs, empowering clients to achieve balance and resilience in their lives.

What you can expect from me

Clients can expect a supportive and nonjudgmental space where they feel heard, valued, and empowered. My goal is to help clients gain clarity, develop effective coping strategies, and build emotional resilience. Sessions focus on fostering self-awareness, reducing stress, and creating actionable steps for personal growth. Ultimately, clients leave with practical tools to navigate challenges and a renewed sense of balance and confidence in their journey.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    1 year of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Webster University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (Florida)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Florida Blue, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Oscar, Oxford, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Physical health issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Humanistic, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adults, Seniors
  • Languages
    English
  • Location
    901 Northwest 8th Avenue Ste C15
    Gainesville, FL 32601
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