- CBT methods
- DBT skills
- Goal focused work
About Shannon
Shannon Wise is an Alabama Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 12 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, sleep problems, anger, grief, self-esteem, bipolar concerns, and young adult issues. Shannon uses practical talk and structured techniques to help people manage symptoms and plan next steps.
She has experience in acute inpatient settings where she supported people through crisis stabilization. She also worked in a correctional facility providing stress management support, referral assessment for medication, and interventions for safety and observation. More recently she has worked in private practice with adults, teens, and couples in community settings.
In sessions she uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to target thinking and behavior patterns, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills to teach distress tolerance, grounding, and emotion regulation. She also draws on Motivational Interviewing to help clarify goals and encourage committed change.
Shannon describes goal setting and regular progress reviews as core parts of the work. Clients can expect practical steps, skill teaching, and a focus on measurable progress rather than indefinite discussion. She emphasizes building coping skills for impulse control, improved communication, and better sleep.
She works in English and practices in Alabama as an LPC. Sessions are structured around clear goals and small steps forward. To begin, follow the site prompt to view online therapy options and complete the short matching questionnaire.
How her approaches translate to online work
Shannon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot unhelpful thoughts and change behaviors that keep problems going. For example, CBT can be used to break cycles of anxiety, improve sleep routines, and reduce depressive thinking.She also teaches Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and grounding. Those skills are practical tools for managing anger, impulsivity, and moments of feeling overwhelmed. Motivational Interviewing is used to clarify goals and support commitment to change when motivation feels stuck.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the early work. Shannon will discuss goals, try techniques, and adjust the plan with the client so the approach matches needs and preferences. Collaboration guides how skills and homework are set up.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm the current online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into work, school, or busy days by avoiding travel and allowing shorter or more flexible check-ins when needed. They also let clients practice skills between meetings and review progress together without changing the focus on clear goals and measurable steps.
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Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Alabama
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, sleep problems, anger, grief, self-esteem issues, bipolar concerns, and young adult issues.
What is her general approach in sessions?
She uses practical, skills-based work such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills, and Motivational Interviewing to set goals and teach coping strategies.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 12 years of professional experience working in inpatient crisis settings, a correctional facility, and community private practice.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LPC licensed in Alabama and provides services based on that credential within the state.
Can I work with her if I don’t live in the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are offered?
Please confirm current session options before booking by viewing the online therapy options on the site and completing the matching questionnaire.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Click the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the site.
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