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I believe in being my authentic self with clients. I certainly don’t have it all together, and don’t expect you to either.

MY APPROACH

Strengths-Based

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Encouraging

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Collaborative

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GET TO KNOW ME

Hi, I’m Shanae. Welcome!

I strive to bring my down-to-earth sensibility and sense of humor into our therapeutic relationship with the desire that you’ll feel safe, supported, and encouraged so we can work together through life’s questions and challenges.

LEARNING & GROWING

The Experience Behind My Work

Our Work Together

You know something in your life needs to change, but you feel powerless or overwhelmed on where to start. You beat yourself up, wondering why it’s so difficult for you to take action when everyone else seems to have their act together. Consequently, you end up doing nothing, and the cycle of shame continues. Believe me, I can empathize, and more than that, I can help.

What I want you to know, more than anything, is that there's nothing wrong with you, and you're not broken. You just need to take that first small step towards the healing you truly want.

As we work together, you will find I use a variety of techniques and approaches to help meet your individual needs and goals. Most importantly, your preferences and ways of learning and processing will always be acknowledged and respected throughout the counseling process.

Therapeutic Modalities

  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)

  • Internal Family Systems (IFS-Informed Parts Work)

  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Sand Tray Therapy

  • Expressive Arts

  • Motivational Interviewing

Treatment Approach

  • Trauma-Informed

  • Collaborative

  • Integrative

  • Client-Centered

  • Neuro-Divergent Affirming

  • Strengths-Based

  • Compassionate

  • Encouraging

Additional Trainings

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  • Accelerated Resolution Therapy (Basic ART Training through the Rosenzweig Center for Rapid Recovery)

  • Affirming Neurodiversity: Strengths-and-Abilities Based Interventions

  • Adult Mental Health First Aid

  • The Needs-Connection Model

  • Play Therapy- The Power of Play

  • Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI)

Background

As a former teacher turned counselor, I draw on my teaching experience and knowledge of human development while integrating these strengths with my therapeutic work to help clients learn, grow, and navigate challenges more effectively.

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The Lighter Side

MY FAMILY

My husband Ian and I have been married for 14 years. We have one amazing 11-year-old daughter, Harlow, through the blessing of adoption.

WHAT I ENJOY

In my free time I enjoy relaxing with a good book, trying out new coffee shops, spending time with friends, and wasting too much time on TikTok.

MY PETS

I have two kitties, Velma & Chili that love to bother me during telehealth sessions.

FAITH

I’m actively involved in my close-knit Anglican church through community service projects and outreach events.

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REACH OUT ANYTIME

Let’s Take the Next Step Together.

CONNECT WITH SHANAE