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Shauna Hayden-Zbranek

Therapist(She/Her)
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

~Helping you untangle what’s keeping you stuck~

You look like you're holding it all together...

Maybe you're the person everyone else depends on.

You show up for work. You take care of your family. You meet deadlines. From the outside, your life probably looks like it's going well.

But internally, it's a different story.

Your mind rarely slows down. You're constantly overthinking conversations, questioning your decisions, or wondering why you can't seem to relax. Maybe you've become exhausted from carrying everyone else's needs while quietly ignoring your own. Or perhaps you're navigating a life transition that has left you feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you are anymore.

If this sounds familiar, you're not alone and you don't have to keep figuring it out by yourself.

My goal isn't to tell you who you should be. It's to help you untangle the thoughts, emotions, and patterns that are keeping you stuck so you can begin living with more clarity, confidence, and peace.

My approach to therapy

Therapy with me is collaborative, practical, and judgment-free. We'll explore what's beneath the anxiety, depression, or overwhelm while also building real-life tools you can use outside of session. Together we'll identify patterns, challenge unhelpful beliefs, strengthen coping skills, and help you reconnect with the version of yourself that feels authentic-not just the one who has been surviving.

What you can expect from me

Over time, many clients notice they aren't constantly second-guessing themselves anymore. They set healthier boundaries without overwhelming guilt. They feel more emotionally grounded, more connected in their relationships, and more confident making decisions that align with their values. Instead of simply getting through each day, they begin creating a life that actually feels like their own.

If you're ready to stop carrying everything alone, I'd be honored to walk alongside you as we untangle what's holding you back and help you move toward the life you deserve.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Univeristy of Texas at San Antonio
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Ascension, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Stress management, Women's issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Humanistic, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Strength-Based, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English