Hi there, I'm Shannon!

I specialize in helping adolescents and adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. My work integrates CBT, Solution‑Focused Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma‑informed approaches such as TF‑CBT and CPT.

My focus

I have extensive experience supporting first responders, educators, single parents, and individuals facing chronic stress or burnout. I also work with clients navigating identity‑related challenges, relationship issues, and perinatal mental health concerns.

My approach

My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy should feel supportive, honest, and empowering — sometimes we laugh, sometimes we cry, and sometimes I challenge you when it serves your growth.

My communication style

Engaged and present Clear and easy to talk to Non‑judgmental and affirming Solution‑focused when appropriate Able to challenge gently without overwhelming

My journey to mental healthcare

I became a therapist to offer calm, compassionate support to people facing stress, trauma, and major life changes. My work blends warmth, direct guidance, and evidence‑based care to help clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to grow.

My goals for you

I collaborate with clients to set clear, realistic goals that match their needs. We break big challenges into manageable steps, check progress often, and adjust goals as life shifts. My approach keeps clients supported, focused, and empowered to grow.

Our first session

In our first session, you’ll share what brought you to therapy, your goals, and what feels most urgent. I’ll listen closely, offer support, and outline a clear plan so you leave feeling understood, grounded, and confident about our work together.

I identify as...

Female
Black or African American
Christian

Expertise

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Motivational Interviewing

Christian Counseling

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Focus populations

Educators

Police/Fire/First Responders

Sex Worker

Single Mother

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Therapy types

Individual Therapy

Ages served

Minors
Adults

Practice

Accepted insurance providers

Ambetter
Aetna
Aetna - Medicare Advantage
Allegiance
Allied

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Languages spoken

English

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW) in Counseling from Southern University of New Orleans.

Sessions

60 minutes

Virtual sessions

In-person sessions

1500 Lafayette St, Gretna, LA 70053

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Shannon Mott