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Shauntoria Shepherd

Therapist
7 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Stress management
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

Welcome! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is deeply passionate about meeting clients right where they are. My goal is to create a comfortable, down-to-earth space where you can drop your filter, breathe, and figure things out. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationship issues, spirituality, addiction, major life pivots, or just trying to keep your sanity intact, I’m here to help you work through it with real strategies and zero judgment. My experience spans the lifespan, from working with children and adolescents to adults, giving me the opportunity to support clients through a wide range of challenges and stages of life.

My approach to therapy

My approach is collaborative, practical, and heavily sprinkled with real talk. I believe that therapy should never be a one-size-fits-all experience. Our sessions will be client-centered, strengths-based, and deeply tailored to your needs and goals. I combine evidence-based techniques with a warm, approachable vibe. We'll actively unpack patterns, build effective coping skills, and laugh along the way when appropriate. Therapy is hard work, but that doesn't mean we can't enjoy the process.

What you can expect from me

Think of our first session as a low-pressure conversation where we get to know each other and see if we're a good fit. We’ll talk through what’s going on, what you want to change, and what success actually looks like for you. You can expect a supportive environment where your voice is heard and respected. By the end of our initial session, we’ll outline clear, collaborative goals and establish a thoughtful plan for moving forward at a pace that feels comfortable for you.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Humorous, Direct

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Grambling State University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (Louisiana)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Stress management
  • More specialties
    ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Structural Family, Strength-Based, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Psychoanalytic, Psychodynamic, Narrative Therapy, Multi-Systemic (MST), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Humanistic, Internal Family Systems Therapy (IFS), Gestalt, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Management
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Children, Seniors, Adults, Adolescents
  • Languages
    English