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Shannon White

Shannon White, LPC

Therapist · Alabama · 11+ years of experience

Helping people navigate midlife transitions and stress

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  • Strengths focused
  • Goal oriented
  • Practical strategies

About Shannon

Shannon White is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Alabama who helps people facing stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career concerns, and major life changes. She focuses on practical support that boosts motivation, confidence, and day-to-day coping. Shannon views each person as the expert on their own life and works to build on existing strengths.

She uses straightforward conversation to identify what feels stuck and what can change. Sessions are aimed at small, manageable steps that add up over time. Shannon emphasizes encouragement, clear goals, and realistic strategies rather than long lectures or jargon.

Shannon draws from several approaches to tailor work to each person’s needs. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Client-Centered Therapy keeps the pace set by the client while focusing on acceptance and understanding.

She also integrates mindfulness techniques to support emotional regulation and Solution-Focused methods to clarify practical next steps. Motivational Interviewing is used when people feel unsure about change and need help finding reasons to move forward.

With 11 years of experience, Shannon balances warmth with a results-oriented style. She aims to help people feel more capable and make choices that fit their values. To begin, people select the Start Therapy button and complete a short matching questionnaire to schedule a session.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Additional focus areas

Attachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

11+ years

Credentials

Alabama

Languages

English

How Shannon Uses Therapy Approaches Online

Shannon commonly blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered Therapy when working with people. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors to reduce worry and improve daily functioning. Client-Centered Therapy creates a supportive space where the person sets the pace and the therapist offers empathy and listening to help clarify goals.

She also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach simple attention and breathing practices that ease reactivity and support coping with stress. These techniques can make it easier to notice patterns and choose different responses in stressful moments.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon works with each person to decide which methods match their goals, values, and comfort level. She checks in over time and adjusts the plan based on what helps most.

If you are interested in online sessions, confirm the current session options before booking so you know what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time so people can focus on progress rather than logistics.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Shannon commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, career challenges, and coping with life changes, plus related areas like attachment, body image, and isolation.

What is her general therapy style?

Her approach is conversational and practical, focusing on small steps, clear goals, and building on a person's strengths.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Shannon has 11 years of professional experience working with people on motivation, confidence, and life transitions.

What credentials and region apply to her practice?

She holds an LPC credential and practices in Alabama.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How does pricing work for sessions?

Cost varies with location and scheduling; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin the process?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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