Tanya Shepherd

I believe meaningful healing begins when individuals feel seen, heard, and understood. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, I bring over four years of clinical counseling experience, along with more than twenty-two years as a school psychologist, to support children, individuals, and families.

With more than two decades in education, I became deeply aware of how essential mental health support is for children and families. I witnessed firsthand how emotional challenges can affect learning, relationships, and overall well-being—and how transformative the right support can be.

These experiences led me to pursue a career in mental health counseling. Today, I partner with adults to help them build a strong, grounded foundation for themselves, one that naturally extends to their children and strengthens the family as a whole. I also remain committed to supporting teens as they enter adulthood, helping them develop the tools and confidence needed for lifelong well-being.

I approach healing by nurturing the mind, body, and spirit, honoring the whole person within the context of culture, identity, and lived experience. In therapy, we work collaboratively to uncover patterns, navigate challenges, and build practical strategies that foster resilience, emotional growth, and lasting change. My approach blends cognitive behavioral therapy, strength-based and emotion-focused practices, supporting healing that is culturally responsive and deeply human.

Your first session is an opportunity to get to know each other in a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space. My goal is to help you feel seen, heard, and understood, and to begin building a foundation for healing and growth. The environment is designed to be warm, welcoming, and safe, with a focus on trust, collaboration, and respect for your lived experience. This session is about understanding where you are now, and creating a plan to help you move toward healing, growth, and balance.