Holistic Jungian therapist specializing in trauma and relationships
Dr. Shawn Hysten-Williams, Ed.D., LPC is an experienced psychotherapist with over a decade of experience in goal-focused approaches and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She has her masters degree in Counseling from Prairie View A & M University and a doctorate in Counseling Education from Texas Southern University. She has specialized experience in multiple areas including: Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues (personal & professional), anger issues, and working with individuals who have experienced trauma such as neglect or abuse. She also has expertise in couples therapy, grief therapy, and helping individual’s successfully manage life transitions. Dr. Hysten-Williams primarily uses Solution-Focused Brief Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She enjoys working with couples, individuals, and families experiencing challenges that may seem too difficult to over-come. In addition, Dr. Hysten-Williams uses psychoeducation as a tool to help equip clients with the necessary information to effectively problem-solve and develop communication skills. She also use psychoeducation as a platform to provide information and resources in an empathetic and supportive environment. Her approach to therapy is beneficial and embraces all individuals, including those who may find it difficult to be accepted in society. All are welcome to inquire about services.
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Dr. Shawn Hysten-Williams is a psychotherapist with 12 years of experience who applies goal-focused methods and cognitive behavioral strategies to help people address a wide range of concerns. She holds a master’s degree in Counseling from Prairie View A&M University and a doctorate in Counseling Education from Texas Southern University, and she practices as a licensed professional counselor in Texas.
Her clinical focus includes stress, anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, addictions, work with LGBT clients, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting challenges, anger management, career difficulties, depression, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and ADHD. She also brings specialized experience in supporting individuals who have experienced neglect or abuse.
Dr. Hysten-Williams primarily uses Solution-Focused Brief Therapy alongside Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and she incorporates psychoeducation to help clients develop problem-solving and communication skills. She works with couples, individuals, and families and enjoys collaborating with clients facing challenges that may feel overwhelming.
Her approach is empathetic and supportive, and she aims to create a therapeutic environment that embraces all individuals, including those who may find it difficult to be accepted in society. Prospective clients in Texas are welcome to inquire about her services.
Many people wonder whether online therapy can truly make a difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be comparable in effectiveness to traditional in-person sessions.
One of the main advantages is flexibility – clients can connect in the format that feels most comfortable and convenient, whether through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility helps make therapy easier to fit into busy schedules and varied lifestyles.
Each therapist is a licensed professional, and clients have the option to switch therapists at any time if they seek a different match. Online therapy can be a practical way to receive consistent support for many everyday mental health and relationship concerns.
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