Dr. Freda Shipman
Experienced LCSW focusing on life transitions and trauma
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About
Dr. Freda Shipman, LCSW, brings more than 25 years of clinical social work experience to her practice in Virginia. She works with adults and families facing transitions, loss, and complex life stressors, offering a calm, respectful space to explore goals and next steps. Her practice emphasizes collaboration and practical strategies tailored to each person’s situation.
Her clinical specialties include grief, self esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, stress and anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, and anger. Additional areas of focus cover aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, cancer and hospice care, caregiver stress, intellectual disability and visual impairment, financial concerns, and veteran and armed forces issues.
Therapeutically she draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. These methods are combined to suit each person’s needs, whether working toward coping skills, rebuilding relationships, preparing for end-of-life transitions, or finding new direction in career and life purpose.
Her clinical specialties include grief, self esteem, career concerns, coping with life changes, coaching, stress and anxiety, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting, and anger. Additional areas of focus cover aging and geriatric issues, autism and Asperger Syndrome, cancer and hospice care, caregiver stress, intellectual disability and visual impairment, financial concerns, and veteran and armed forces issues.
Therapeutically she draws from Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Internal Family Systems. These methods are combined to suit each person’s needs, whether working toward coping skills, rebuilding relationships, preparing for end-of-life transitions, or finding new direction in career and life purpose.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 25
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Grief, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching
Other areas of experience: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Parenting issues, Anger management, Cancer, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Forgiveness, Intellectual disability, Life purpose, Self-love, Visually impaired, Workplace issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: NC LCSW C000765, VA LCSW 0904017153
- NPI Number: 1093738908
- License: LCSW (North Carolina), LCSW (Virginia)
Virtual sessions tailored to collaborative goals
Dr. Shipman offers online sessions designed to fit how a person prefers to work. She combines a client-centered stance with practical tools so the work can focus on what matters most to the individual. Sessions emphasize collaboration, clear goals, and stepwise progress rather than one-size-fits-all methods.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify patterns of thought and behavior and to build coping strategies that address stress, anxiety, and mood concerns. Internal Family Systems provides a way to explore inner parts and how they relate to emotions, trauma, and relationship patterns. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused techniques support short-term goal setting and moving toward concrete changes when that is the priority.
Appointments are available through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it possible to continue therapeutic work from different locations while maintaining a consistent collaborative process.
How long has Dr. Shipman been practicing?
She has 25 years of experience in clinical social work.
What are her professional credentials?
Dr. Freda Shipman holds the LCSW credential. Her license records include NC LCSW C000765 and VA LCSW 0904017153.
Which languages does she work in?
The profile indicates she provides services in English.
Where is her practice based?
Her practice is located in Virginia.
What formats are available for working together?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
The profile states she is not accepting international clients.
How does cost and payment work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started if I want to work with her?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her practice.