- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Mindfulness techniques
About Shanon
Shanon Dean is a Licensed Independent Social Worker - Clinical Practice (LISW-CP) in South Carolina with five years of professional experience. She works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship strain, and the practical fallout of life changes. Her practice also addresses trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, bipolar mood challenges, and issues related to blended families and separation.
Shanon uses straightforward conversation to help people understand how their reactions develop. She draws on client-centered work to listen without judgment and on cognitive behavioral therapy to spot unhelpful thought patterns. Mindfulness tools and solution-focused techniques are used to identify small changes that reduce reactivity and make daily life easier.
In sessions she talks through concrete steps people can try between meetings. That might be a short breathing practice, a different way to name an urge, or a small behavioral experiment to test a new approach. She aims to make emotional responses more manageable so people can show up for important relationships and responsibilities.
Her background includes work with trauma, parenting, first responder stress, and experiences of domestic violence. Shanon’s style is practical and task-oriented, with attention to safety when trauma is part of the picture. She asks about current needs and goals and adjusts the focus as those change.
People starting work with her are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Fees vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How her approaches translate to online work
Shanon uses client-centered methods to listen and establish what matters most to each person. That means sessions focus on the client’s priorities and the therapist follows the person’s pace while identifying immediate concerns and goals.She also uses cognitive behavioral therapy to help people notice thought patterns that trigger anger and to try small behavior changes. CBT work often includes short exercises and homework that can be reviewed in the next session, which fits well with remote meetings. Mindfulness techniques are used to practice simple grounding and breathing exercises that reduce impulse-driven reactions and can be practiced between sessions.
Deciding which approach to use is collaborative. She will work with the client to pick methods that suit their goals, preferences, and the issues at hand. That plan can change as progress is made or new needs appear.
The therapist’s session formats are not specified here, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow for brief check-ins when needed, and let people do experiential exercises from home without commuting. These practical benefits often help people keep up the work between meetings and make steady progress.
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Experience
5+ years
Listed in
South Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of anger-related issues does she address?
She works with adults who struggle with temper, building resentment, workplace frustration, and living with someone else’s anger. Related concerns include stress, anxiety, relationship strain, and trauma.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and client-centered. She combines listening with tasks and small behavioral experiments to reduce reactivity.
What is her professional background?
She has five years of professional work experience and experience with trauma, parenting, first responder issues, and domestic violence.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LISW-CP credential and practices in South Carolina.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she accept international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions priced?
Fees vary with location and services use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.