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Shawntel Ferebee

Therapist
7 years of experience
23 patients on Headway
  • Virtual
  • Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

I provide person-centered, holistic care for those struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, mood changes, and everyday life stress including family, work, or relationships. I believe healing begins with compassion and collaboration to shape goals that feel meaningful to you. After one session, clients have reported feeling lighter due to the connection and knowledge gained!

My approach to therapy

Creativity is a core part of my work as a therapist. It helps me think outside the box, find solutions that fit you, and make the process feel meaningful and sometimes even fun. In our sessions, we will process emotions and explore solutions—creating a curiosity towards your patterns and beliefs. I value safety, openness, and laughter; keeping the space light even when things feel heavy. Coping skills, purpose and resolutions are what we aim for to ensure progress outside of the therapy room.

What you can expect from me

My clients often share that therapy has helped them soften self-criticism, build confidence, and make choices that align with thSoeir well-being. Together, we develop practical tools you can use in daily life to reduce symptoms, navigate challenges, and support long-term growth. Many leave sessions feeling understood, supported, and more capable of managing what life brings.

About me

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

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    7 years of experience
  • Training
    MC (Masters in Counseling) at Hofstra University
  • License type
    LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Aetna Medicare Advantage, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Curative, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Humana Medicare Advantage, Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network, Optum Medicaid NY, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Depression, Stress management, Relationship issues, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, OCD, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Maternal mental health, Men's issues, Women's issues, Identity issues, PTSD, Diabetes, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Psychoanalytic, Relational, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention, Psychodynamic, Integrative Behavioral Couple Therapy (IBCT), Cognitive Behavioral Family Therapy, Behavior Management, Narrative Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Jungian, Experiential, Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral Conjoint Therapy for PTSD, Behavioral, Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Biofeedback, Trauma Focused CBT, Cognitive Processing (CPT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Gestalt, Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Couples therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English