Shannon Doty, LMFT — Therapist in California

Hi there, I'm Shannon!

I truly enjoy connecting with people, hearing their stories, and helping others find inner peace and balance in life. My role as your therapist is to help shed light on your strengths and resilience as you discover the empowerment that comes with sharing your story, exploring perspectives, and creating your own path to move forward.

My focus

I work with children, teens, young adults, caregivers, and groups from diverse backgrounds. I specialize in anxiety, anger management, ADHD, depression, LGBTQIA+ issues, life transitions, parenting, relationship issues, self-esteem, stress, trauma, PTSD, and developing coping skills.

My approach

Using Positive Psychology, person-centered therapy, and evidence-based strategies, I will partner with you to deepen self-understanding and discover what inspires you to live your best life. I draw upon CBT, DBT, Family Systems, Mindfulness-Based, Motivational Interviewing, and Strength-Based approaches.

My communication style

The most important relationship you can invest in is the one you have with yourself. I understand that everyone's experience of this world is different, and it is my intention to remain curious, open, and understanding of your experience and the impact you can have.

My journey to mental healthcare

My path to mental healthcare has been shaped by clinical experience working with youth, families, and groups in diverse settings. These experiences cemented my commitment to this field.

My goals for you

It is a privilege to share in your process and witness your story. My goal is for you to be able to pause and reflect before making important life decisions. I look forward to helping you focus on yourself and explore the possibilities for your life and well-being.

Our first session

In our first session, my priority will be to begin building a trusting therapeutic relationship with you. I want to hear your story and gain an understanding of what has brought you to therapy at this time. We will discuss your goals and how I can best support you in achieving them.

I identify as...

Female
Caucasian or White

Expertise

Specialties

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Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Mindfulness-Based

Trauma Focused

EMDR

Motivational Interviewing

Somatic

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Focus populations

LGBTQIA+

Transgender

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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 Arts (MA) in Clinical Feminist Psychology from New College of California.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

Shannon Doty