ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in Douglasville, GA

Shawn received her Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a psychoanalytic discipline from Northwestern University and an LPC. She holds a Certification as an Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP), is a Certified Peer Specialist (CPS), and her NCC. Shawn speaks throughout Georgia on the neurological effects of the traumatized brain and innovative techniques on trauma treatment. Specifically, Shawn has been trained in Level Two EMDR techniques and utilizes this in her practice. She is active in the LGBT community and in the ALGBTIC professional organization.

As a trauma survivor, Shawn has dedicated her life's work to helping others with trauma, allowing them to realize their full potential without shame, self-blame, criticism and negativity. Using mindfulness, grounding and attachment analysis techniques, Shawn assists clients in moving past trauma and addiction.

Shawn’s counseling approach is based on acceptance, safety, and nonjudgment. She believes in allowing clients the space to take life’s challenges and turn them into opportunities for growth and personal development. Through complete acceptance, Shawn is able to relate and walk with clients as they become self-aware and strengthen as individuals.

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I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor with a passion for helping women navigate life’s challenges and reconnect with their most empowered selves. I specialize in working with women experiencing Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Eating Disorders and women’s issues, including identity, life transitions, self-worth, and emotional overwhelm.

Whether you're managing the weight of daily stressors, navigating complex emotional patterns, or feeling stuck in cycles that no longer serve you, I provide a warm, collaborative space where your experiences are heard and validated. Together, we’ll explore the root of what’s holding you back and work toward practical, personalized strategies to help you move forward with clarity and confidence.

My goal is to support you in rediscovering your voice, setting healthy boundaries, and prioritizing your well-being without guilt. Therapy is not just about coping — it's about thriving.

Let’s take the journey together — to heal, to grow, and to put you back at the center of your life.

Sometimes the hardest part isn't what happened to you—it's carrying the weight of it every day while trying to be there for everyone else. Anxiety, family conflict, grief, trauma, or difficult life transitions can leave you feeling emotionally drained, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. You deserve a space where you don't have to carry those burdens alone. I work alongside individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, family issues, grief and loss, women's issues, and trauma so they can strengthen their relationships, build emotional resilience, and create healthier, more connected lives. Working with adolescents, adults, and families, I strive to create a compassionate, supportive environment where healing feels possible and lasting change can begin.

I am a licensed therapist with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Marriage and Family Therapy. While my educational background includes family systems work, my primary focus is helping individuals navigate life's challenges and create meaningful change.

I work with adults, adolescents, and parents experiencing anxiety, ADHD, parenting concerns, life transitions, stress, and everyday challenges. I provide a safe and supportive space where clients can openly share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences without fear of judgment. Together, we explore what's going on in your life, identify challenges and patterns, and work toward meaningful change.

I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care. Once we decide to work together, we’ll act as partners in your therapeutic journey. It’s important to me that we communicate openly and you feel respected in our relationship. I’ll be there to listen to you, challenge you, and support you along the way.