Shannon Silverstein, LCP — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Shannon!

I am a Licensed Psychologist originating from SoCal, providing therapy services to California clients statewide. I am dedicated to working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relational struggles, grief, and/or trauma, utilizing therapeutic approaches that are tailored to meet the needs of the individual client.

My focus

I typically work with women struggling with depression, anxiety, life transition problems, parenting struggles, Postpartum Depression/Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality Disorder, grief, anger management, OCD traits, trauma, and substance abuse.

My approach

I commonly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy, but I also pull from other approaches based on your personality and specific struggles. While some sessions may be solution-focused, others may involve more cathartic self-disclosure and sharing. My priority is building rapport with you!

My communication style

My communication style is warm, friendly, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I strive to create a comfortable, positive atmosphere. I want you to feel like you have someone on your team—someone to encourage you and cheer you on as you tackle your issues.

My journey to mental healthcare

I was drawn to this work because I have a strong curiosity about people's different experiences and a desire to help individuals overcome challenges and improve their well-being. I have a lot of empathy and compassion. I genuinely care about the well-being of others.

My goals for you

First, I work towards establishing a therapeutic alliance to allow for open communication. Then, we identify the specific issues you wish to address and your main concerns. I encourage you to provide details and examples so I can gain a deeper understanding. We work towards developing attainable goals and collaborate regularly.

Our first session

Our first session is about establishing the foundation for a strong therapeutic relationship, gathering information, and creating a roadmap for your journey. We'll discuss your current concerns, symptoms, goals, history, and background. I just want to get to know you and gain deeper insight into your struggles and hopes.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White
Non-denominational

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Compassion Focused

Humanistic

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Aetna
All Savers
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Doctor of Psychology (PSYD) from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and a Masters of Arts (MA) in Psychology/MFT from Chapman University.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shannon Silverstein