Shawnte' Gates

Shawnte' Gates is a licensed clinical mental health counselor based in North Carolina and a National Certified Counselor. She brings 10 years of experience in the mental health field and has provided care across a range of settings, including residential programs, in-home services, and outpatient clinics.

She has extensive experience working with both adults and children and is committed to helping people build resilience and improve well-being. Shawnte' focuses on supporting clients through anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns and other life challenges by teaching practical techniques and encouraging personal growth.

Her clinical approach is person-centered, holistic, multicultural, and integrative. Shawnte' begins treatment where a person is and individualizes care to reflect each client’s cultural background and lifestyle. She primarily uses evidence-based methods such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused counseling to address presenting concerns.

Shawnte' describes her style as warm and supportive and strives to create a nonjudgmental atmosphere. She emphasizes collaboration, working with clients to set concrete goals and achievable steps. It takes courage to pursue change, and Shawnte' aims to support people as they move toward the goals that have always been within them.