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Shannon Nelson, LPCC

Calm, practical support for anxiety and stress

3 years in practice · based in California · sessions in English · online sessions

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About Shannon

Shannon Nelson, LPCC, focuses on stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD. She writes simply and directly to people who are worried and unsure where to start. Her approach centers on listening first and helping clients find clear, practical steps forward.

Shannon treats each person as the expert on their own life. She draws on her experience in school settings supporting children, teens, and young adults with autism spectrum disorder, ADHD, anxiety, and depression.

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Background and approach

That background shaped how she builds structure and routines that can make day-to-day life easier. In sessions she uses approachable techniques from cognitive behavioral work to spot unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes. She also leans on attachment-based ideas to look at how close relationships affect mood and stress.

Narrative methods help people reframe difficult events and notice strengths they already have. Shannon keeps talk practical. Meetings often include setting short goals, practicing coping skills, and checking what worked between sessions.

She aims to make therapy feel like a team effort where progress is tracked in simple steps. She holds a California LPCC, which means she is a licensed professional clinical counselor in the state. Outside sessions she stays focused on clear communication and helping people build confidence and better daily routines.

Therapeutic approaches you can use online

Shannon often draws from cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test small behavior changes that ease anxiety and depression. CBT focuses on practical experiments and short exercises that transfer well to video or text formats.

She also uses attachment-based ideas to explore how close relationships shape feelings and reactions. This approach helps when worry or anger ties back to relationship patterns and can guide new communication habits.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shannon treats the choice as a collaboration and will discuss goals, preferences, and what has helped before. Together she and the client pick methods that fit the person’s needs rather than relying on a single technique.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. Video works well for skill practice and face-to-face conversation. Phone sessions are useful when bandwidth is limited or a quick check-in is needed. Live chat and messaging let people reflect in writing and fit short interactions into a busy day. These options aim to make it easier to attend regularly and keep progress moving forward.
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Questions people ask

What concerns does Shannon help with?
She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and ADHD, along with related issues like attachment, body image, and caregiver stress.
What is her therapy style like?
She uses a direct and practical style that emphasizes listening, collaborative goal setting, and simple skills to try between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Shannon has three years of professional work experience, including time supporting students in school settings.
What credentials and region apply?
She holds a California LPCC, which identifies her as a licensed professional clinical counselor practicing in California.
Which languages and client locations are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
Therapy can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on what fits the person best.
How does cost and billing work?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
California
Languages
English

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