- ACT and CBT methods
- Motivational interviewing
- Client-centered care
About Shakiya
Shakiya Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with 10 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship problems, parenting strain, ADHD, and anger. Sessions are intended to be practical and focused on real-life problems.
She draws on several well-known approaches to help clients build skills and make changes. Shakiya uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice thoughts and shift behaviors. She also uses client-centered and motivational techniques to support decision-making and personal goals.
Her background includes work with people living with serious medical conditions and end-of-life concerns, as well as substance use and trauma-related issues. That experience informs how she talks about coping, stress, and the effects of long-term illness on mood and relationships.
In sessions she focuses on concrete steps - identifying patterns, practicing new responses, and tracking progress. Conversations tend to cover what’s happening day to day and what small changes might help reduce tension and anger.
She offers a straightforward style and encourages clients to try practical tools between meetings. People who want to manage anger, improve sleep, address substance use, or handle transitions may find this approach helpful.
Therapeutic approaches that translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice their thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for ongoing stress, anger, and life changes where learning to respond differently matters. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thinking and testing new behaviors. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and anger that shows up in daily routines.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit best based on goals and preferences. This means trying techniques, reviewing how they feel in real life, and adjusting the plan together as needed.
Confirm the exact session formats when you book, since the biography lists chat, email, phone, and virtual sessions as past options. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions around work, caregiving, or medical appointments. Shorter check-ins by phone or email can be used for quick support, while longer virtual sessions allow for skill practice and deeper conversation. Discussing how sessions will fit into daily life is part of the first meetings rather than assuming a fixed setup.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she work with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addiction, trauma, grief, relationship and parenting issues, anger, ADHD, and related concerns listed in her profile.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, skills-focused approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and client-centered methods to address everyday problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of experience as a social worker and clinician, including care for people with medical and end-of-life needs and those managing substance use and trauma.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credentialed in Virginia.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography mentions chat, email, phone, and virtual sessions. Confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.