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SHANTI TURNER
(She/her)
LCMSW
Michigan

In-network with

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, Cigna, Oscar (Optum), Oxford (Optum), and United Healthcare (Optum)

Specializes in

Anger Management, Anxiety, Chronic Conditions, Cultural & Ethnic Issues, Depression, Maternal Mental Health, PTSD, Trauma, and Women's Issues

Great to meet you!

I have a knack for connecting with my clients on a deep level, understanding their needs, and providing them with the support they require. I am a passionate therapist dedicated to helping others become the best versions of themselves. My goal of teaching healthy coping skills to empower individuals to become self-sufficient in crisis, and everyday occurrences, reflects my commitment to making a positive change in people's lives.

A bit about my approach to therapy

I’ve been using CBT in my practice for the past 5 years. It helps challenge your reoccurring thoughts, redirect self-sabotaging behaviors, and managing anxiety. I use CBT to recognize how your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors influence each other. Using that knowledge, we will work together to change your thinking patterns, and automatic thoughts which will help you lead a less anxious and stressed life.

What you can expect from our first session

Using Strength Base Therapy within my practice focuses on shinning a light on your inner strengths and capabilities. Over the past 7 years, I have used this approach to empower individuals to focus on their positive attributes, and work towards tackling their goals with confidence. My role becomes a facilitator, helping you understand and improve connections with other individuals personally, professionally, and intimately.


SHANTI's style is

Solution-oriented
Empowering
Challenging

Insurance carriers SHANTI accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna
Oscar
Oxford
UnitedHealthcare

More about SHANTI

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Wayne State University
License type: LMSW (Licensed Master Social Worker) (Michigan)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Black or African descent
Languages: English
Works with: Adults and Seniors
More specialties: Substance Use / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+, Stress, Grief, Loss, Relationship Issues, and Identity Issues
Modalities: Strength-Based, Behavior Modification, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), Trauma Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Positive Psychology

Location

121 Chamberlain Street
Pontiac, MI 48342