Shakira Thomas
Tennessee LPC specializing in anxiety, relationships, and grief
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About
Shakira Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Tennessee with seven years of clinical experience. She works with individuals facing stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, anger, and depression. Her practice also attends to related concerns such as attachment and abandonment issues, family of origin dynamics, caregiving stress, and struggles with guilt, shame, or impulsivity.
Shakira draws on a range of therapeutic methods including client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral strategies, existential reflection, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. She frames therapy as a collaborative process in which the person seeking help is viewed as the expert on their life, and she supports people in identifying strengths and practical steps toward change.
Her focus includes work around communication and intimacy problems, infidelity and commitment questions, body image, and forgiveness. Shakira aims to assist clients who are navigating transitions such as divorce or separation, coping with loss, or addressing patterns like codependency and control issues. She emphasizes respectful partnership and goal-oriented planning to help people move toward clearer priorities and actionable steps.
Shakira draws on a range of therapeutic methods including client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral strategies, existential reflection, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques. She frames therapy as a collaborative process in which the person seeking help is viewed as the expert on their life, and she supports people in identifying strengths and practical steps toward change.
Her focus includes work around communication and intimacy problems, infidelity and commitment questions, body image, and forgiveness. Shakira aims to assist clients who are navigating transitions such as divorce or separation, coping with loss, or addressing patterns like codependency and control issues. She emphasizes respectful partnership and goal-oriented planning to help people move toward clearer priorities and actionable steps.
- Location:
- Tennessee, United States
- Years Experience:
- 7
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- Yes
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Grief, Anger management, Depression
Other areas of experience: Abandonment, Attachment issues, Body image, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders, Narcissism, Phobias, Postpartum depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: TN LPC 3841
- NPI Number: 1174965024
- License: LPC (Tennessee)
Remote sessions and collaborative care
Shakira offers online work using a mix of practical and reflective approaches. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy she helps people identify thought and behavior patterns that contribute to stress, anxiety, or mood concerns and then develop concrete strategies to address them. Mindfulness Therapy is used alongside these skills to cultivate present-moment awareness and regulate emotional responses without judgment.
She also draws on Motivational Interviewing and solution-focused techniques to clarify goals and build momentum for change. These approaches support clients in exploring their values, weighing options, and choosing manageable steps that align with personal priorities. Sessions are framed as a partnership in which the client’s insights guide the direction of the work.
Remote appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility in how people communicate. Those interested can discuss which format best matches their needs during an initial matching process.
How long has Shakira practiced as a counselor?
Shakira has seven years of professional experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
What are her credentials and license information?
She holds the LPC credential and is licensed in Tennessee with license number TN LPC 3841.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she based?
Shakira is based in Tennessee.
In what ways can clients meet with her?
Clients can connect by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she is not accepting international clients.
How is cost handled for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do people get started working with her?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to initiate the process.