- Stress and anxiety
- CBT and ACT methods
- Trauma and addiction
About Shannon
Shannon Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia with three years of practice experience. He works with young adults and others facing stress, anxiety, addiction, relationship strain, trauma, depression, grief, and identity concerns. He also addresses issues like ADHD, career stress, self-esteem, and intimacy-related problems.
Shannon draws from practical, evidence-informed approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and client-centered methods. In sessions he focuses on clear communication, problem-solving, and teaching skills clients can use between meetings. He aims to help people recognize patterns and try concrete changes rather than relying on jargon.
His work history includes private practice, a drug addiction and mental health hospital, and roles as a liaison therapist for juvenile justice and child welfare agencies. He has experience in settings that involved youth services, substance abuse care, and faith-based counseling. That background informs a practical approach to complex problems.
Shannon writes and reads widely outside of work and shares motivational writing through a personal blog and published book. He emphasizes straightforward conversation, active listening, and collaborative planning in sessions. Those who want a direct, skill-focused way to handle early adult pressures may find his style useful.
Before booking, readers should confirm current session formats and scheduling details through the platform's matching process.
How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice painful thoughts without getting stuck in them and focus on actions that match their values. It can be useful for anxiety, motivational struggles, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings and behaviors and teaches practical techniques to change unhelpful patterns. CBT commonly helps with anxiety, depression and sleep or eating concerns. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving interpersonal effectiveness, and reducing impulsive behaviors.Figuring out which approach fits best is a collaborative part of the work. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they try approaches and adjust over time, keeping the focus on useful strategies the client can apply day to day.
The original biography does not specify which online session formats are offered, so please confirm current options before scheduling. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit meetings into a student schedule or a workday and can allow shorter check-ins when time is tight. They also let therapists demonstrate or coach skills in real time, plan practical behavioral experiments, and review homework between sessions. Ask about the formats available when completing the matching questionnaire so sessions can fit into everyday life.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Georgia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, trauma and related relationship and intimacy issues. The profile also lists ADHD, career strain, grief and self-esteem among his focus areas.
What is his therapeutic approach like?
He uses practical, skills-based work drawn from CBT, ACT, DBT and client-centered methods. Sessions emphasize clear communication, problem solving, and techniques clients can practice between meetings.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has three years of professional practice experience across multiple settings including private practice and hospital work. His background includes roles with juvenile justice and child welfare agencies.
What are his credentials and where is he located?
He holds the LPC credential and is listed as a Georgia LPC. His practice location is Georgia.
Can I work with him if I live outside the United States?
Sessions accept international clients according to the profile. Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats does he offer?
The original biography did not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking through the platform's matching process.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the subscription plan selected.
How do I start a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the site.
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