Shavon Gaddy

Therapist

2 years of experience

Virtual
ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+
Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

My name is Shavon Gaddy, LCSW CST SIFI

I am a licensed clinical Social Worker, AASECT certified Sex Therapist, and a NYC-based psychotherapist.

I am a Gottman-trained couples therapist and a 7 Principles of Making Marriage Work workshop leader.

I specialize in providing therapy to those outside and within the LGBTQ/QI 2-S+ spectrum, GNC/Non-Binary, Ballroom, and BDSM/Kink community.

My approach to therapy

Through a strength-based approach, I work collaboratively with clients to navigate the intersections of race, sexuality, and kink in a validating and empowering way. Drawing from modalities like CBT, DBT and Narrative Therapy, I help clients embrace their authentic selves and cultivate healthier relationships with themselves, their partners, and their families. Throughout my occupational journey as a psychotherapist, I have gained extensive experience with providing different kinds of therapy to individuals diagnosed as differently-abled/special needs/ASD/neuroatypical or with an intellectual and emotional disability.

What you can expect from me

I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for clients to explore their unique identities and desires. One of my professional goals is to destigmatize discussions around BDSM and kink within the Black community, while fostering understanding, acceptance, and growth. Using a combination of evidence-based therapies tailored to each individual, I support my clients in navigating their challenges while building resilience and fostering personal growth.

About me

I identify as
Black or African descent, Latinx, Cisgender Woman
My style is
Solution Oriented, Inquisitive, Energetic

Qualification and insurance

Years of experience
2 years of experience
Training
Other at Adelphi University
License type
LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
Licensed in
New York
Insurance accepted
Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Cost

Care details

Top specialties
ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+
More specialties
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD, Family issues, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD, Infertility, Transgender issues, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
Therapy methods
Trauma Focused CBT, Play, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Behavioral Couples Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Biofeedback, Prolonged Exposure (PE), Multi-Systemic (MST), Gestalt, Strategic Family Therapy, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Gottman Method / Gottman Couples, Narrative Therapy, Attachment Based, Humanistic, Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Solution Focused Couples Therapy, Positive Psychology, Jungian, Strength-Based, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Art Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Brief Dynamic, Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA), Behavioral, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Behavior Management, Behavior Modification, Psychodynamic, Exposure Response Prevention, Somatic
Care types
Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
Ages served
Adolescents, Children, Adults
Languages
English