Shannon Shackford
Virginia LPC supporting anxiety, life transitions, and self-compassion
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About
Shannon Shackford, LPC, is a licensed therapist based in Virginia who provides short-term and ongoing support for people facing a range of emotional and life challenges. With three years of clinical practice, she works with issues including stress, anxiety, depression, ADHD, addictions, grief, parenting concerns, anger, and career questions. Additional areas of focus include panic, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and navigating divorce or separation.
Her clinical toolkit draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She integrates these approaches to help clients explore values, develop practical coping skills, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns while honoring each person’s lived experience.
Shannon emphasizes collaborative goal setting, communication skill building, and fostering self-compassion as clients work through transitions and losses or pursue greater clarity about life purpose. She supports those processing trauma, managing panic symptoms, or seeking renewed direction with thoughtful, individualized care designed to align with each client’s priorities.
Her clinical toolkit draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Existential Therapy. She integrates these approaches to help clients explore values, develop practical coping skills, and shift unhelpful thinking patterns while honoring each person’s lived experience.
Shannon emphasizes collaborative goal setting, communication skill building, and fostering self-compassion as clients work through transitions and losses or pursue greater clarity about life purpose. She supports those processing trauma, managing panic symptoms, or seeking renewed direction with thoughtful, individualized care designed to align with each client’s priorities.
- Location:
- Virginia, United States
- Years Experience:
- 3
- Gender:
- Female
- Languages Spoken:
- English
- Therapist of Color:
- No
- Communication Options:
- Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging
Specialties
Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Self esteem, Depression, Coping with life changes, ADHD
Other areas of experience: Addictions, Grief, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, Communication problems, Divorce and separation, Forgiveness, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love
Credentials & Verification
- Credentials: VA LPC 0701015072
- NPI Number: 1669043444
- License: LPC (Virginia)
Remote therapy options and therapeutic style
Shannon offers online sessions that combine practical skill building with reflective exploration. She uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients clarify personal values and learn how to act in ways that align with those values, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used alongside this to identify and shift thinking and behavior patterns that contribute to anxiety, depression, or stress.
Client-Centered Therapy informs her stance in sessions through empathetic listening and collaboration, allowing clients to set the pace and focus of work. Motivational Interviewing and Solution-Focused Therapy are incorporated when clients want concrete steps and brief, goal-oriented planning. Together these methods support both short-term problem solving and deeper reflection.
Online appointments are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering multiple ways to communicate depending on client preference and needs. The online format is presented as a collaborative space where Shannon and the client determine which strategies and tools best align with the client’s goals.
What is Shannon Shackford's background and experience?
Shannon is a licensed professional counselor in Virginia with three years of clinical practice supporting people with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes.
What credentials does she hold?
She is credentialed as an LPC and holds license number VA LPC 0701015072.
Which languages does she use in sessions?
Sessions are conducted in English.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed in Virginia.
How can clients work with her online?
Clients can engage via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different communication preferences.
Does she accept international clients?
This profile indicates she is accepting international clients.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How does someone get started?
To begin, use the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to connect with her for services.