- Years in practice
- 3
- Credentials
- LPC
- Licensed in
- Virginia
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Self esteem
- Focus
- Depression
About Shannon
Shannon Shackford is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Virginia who focuses on practical support for parents and individuals feeling overwhelmed by life changes. She helps people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the daily strain of parenting with straightforward guidance and steady support. Her style is warm and direct, aimed at helping people find clearer paths forward.
Shannon uses a mix of proven approaches to fit each person's needs.
Background and approach
She draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice what matters and change unhelpful patterns. Client-centered methods keep sessions focused on the person's goals and values. She works with issues such as grief, addiction, ADHD, bipolar mood concerns, and panic attacks.
Shannon also guides people dealing with forgiveness, isolation, career uncertainty, and the aftermath of divorce or separation. Sessions include practical tools for coping and clearer communication skills. Shannon places strong emphasis on self-compassion and realistic action steps.
She helps clients build routines and small habits that reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. Coaching methods are used when clients want concrete strategies for change. With three years of experience, Shannon combines clinical approaches with a down-to-earth way of talking.
She accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English using video calls, phone, live chat, or text messaging. Getting started involves completing a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a time that works for the client.
What Shannon works with
Everything Shannon lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Shannon helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
- Addictions
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coaching
- Compassion fatigue
- Communication problems
- Divorce and separation
- Forgiveness
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Panic disorder and panic attacks
- Post-traumatic stress
- Self-love
Approaches Shannon lists
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Therapeutic approaches and online care
Shannon commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings while choosing actions that match their values, which can be helpful for parenting stress, grief, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce anxiety and depression symptoms.Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shannon collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and preferences. She tailors exercises and conversations so the plan feels useful and manageable for day-to-day life.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video calls let people work face-to-face when a deeper conversation is needed. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or when a shorter check-in fits a break at work. Live chat and text messaging are useful for ongoing support, quick skill practice, and brief coaching between longer sessions. These options make scheduling more flexible and let people keep momentum as they work toward clearer routines and better communication.
Questions people ask about Shannon
What concerns does Shannon often address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, parenting strain, grief, addictions, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and anger. Additional focuses include communication problems, life purpose, and post-traumatic stress.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Sessions are collaborative and practical. She blends acceptance-based work, cognitive strategies, and client-centered listening to help clients set goals and try new behaviors.
How much experience does she have?
Shannon has three years of clinical experience working with people facing major life changes and emotional challenges.
Where is she licensed and located?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia.
Which languages are offered and can international clients connect?
Sessions are offered in English, and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
Shannon offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to fit different schedules and needs.
How are sessions paid for and what about cost?
Sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time; exact costs vary with location and therapist availability.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.
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