Shanitatha Hankins, LCSW — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Shanitatha!

I support adults through anxiety, depression, grief, maternal mental health concerns, life transitions, and trauma. My approach is holistic, solution-focused, and trauma-informed, providing a safe, culturally affirming space for you to feel heard and supported.

My focus

I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, maternal mental health concerns, self-esteem challenges, identity concerns, boundary setting, relational difficulties, life transitions, Veteran issues, and trauma.

My approach

I blend practical strategies with deep emotional support, drawing from evidence-based techniques. Sessions are collaborative and culturally affirming, creating a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.

My communication style

My communication style is warm, collaborative, and non-judgmental. I listen deeply to understand your experiences and needs, then offer clear, compassionate feedback and practical strategies you can use right away.

My journey to mental healthcare

I've witnessed firsthand the strength and resilience of adults navigating anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and life transitions, as well as the unique challenges of maternal mental health. These experiences inspired me to create a safe, culturally affirming space where clients can heal.

My goals for you

I help clients reach their goals by combining compassionate support with practical, solution-focused strategies. Together, we identify what's most important to you, explore the challenges getting in the way, and develop personalized tools to address them.

Our first session

We focus on getting to know you and understanding your unique experiences, challenges, and goals. I create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can share openly while I listen carefully and ask questions to clarify your needs.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)

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Focus populations

BIPOC

Military/Veterans

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied
Anthem

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Older Adults & Families/Geriatrics from California State University, Long Beach.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shanitatha Hankins