- Client-centered work
- Cognitive behavioral tools
- Mindfulness practice
About Shawna
Shawna Theriot is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Texas with 22 years of experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also addresses blended family issues among other family-related concerns. Shawna uses several therapeutic methods and adapts sessions to individual goals.
Shawna relies on client-centered techniques to keep the focus on what each person needs. She also uses cognitive behavioral methods to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Mindfulness and meditation are part of her work when people want tools to reduce stress and manage emotions.
Her background includes work with people who have experienced trauma and those who spent time in foster care. She has supported teens with bullying and self-esteem struggles, adults balancing work and life, and caregivers handling long-term demands. She has experience with end-of-life issues, grief, and challenges related to aging and illness.
Shawna incorporates creative elements such as art and music when it fits a person’s needs. She also uses motivational interviewing and narrative therapy to help people clarify values and reframe their stories. Sessions emphasize practical coping strategies and small steps toward clearer routines and choices.
Sessions are offered in English and are organized around a person’s specific goals. The practice asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first appointment. Shawna works to make sessions workable for everyday life while addressing the concrete problems that brought someone in.
How her approaches translate to online sessions
Client-centered therapy places the client's priorities first. In practice this means sessions begin by listening to what matters most and then shaping the work around those goals. This approach helps when daily life feels crowded and priorities need sorting.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting patterns of thought and behavior that keep problems going. Online sessions can include short exercises, thought records, and action steps to try between meetings. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress related to blended household changes.
Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and improve focus. Online meetings can introduce brief guided practices and short homework that fit into a busy day.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. The therapist will review a person's goals and preferences and recommend methods that match those needs. That decision is collaborative and may change as progress is made.
Confirm current session options before booking since the biography does not list specific formats here. When arranging sessions, consider practical benefits such as fitting appointments into a workday, shorter check-ins by phone, or using video for face-to-face conversation. These adjustments help therapy fit into everyday routines without promising a specific format.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include blended family issues and family of origin concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She uses client-centered approaches, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative work. Sessions emphasize practical tools and clarity about goals.
How long has she been practicing?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working in community and private settings. That background includes trauma, foster care, grief, and caregiver support.
What credential and location does she hold?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas. Her practice is based in Texas and serves people in that state.
Does she offer sessions in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients book with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Confirm billing details during the initial setup steps.
What are the steps to start working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process connects you to her booking flow.
Online talk therapy is for adults and is not emergency care, mediation or legal advice. If you or a child are in danger, use the emergency numbers. Find someone else by name.