- CBT methods
- Trauma-focused care
- Family of origin
About Shawnda
Shawnda Jones is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) practicing in Indiana with 20 years of experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, family issues, depression, grief, addictions, anger, mood disorders, and related struggles. Her work also addresses family of origin issues, control problems, guilt and shame, and the effects of trauma and loss.
She works in a collaborative way. She talks with clients to set clear goals and a direction for therapy. Sessions focus on practical steps, coping skills, and understanding how past family patterns affect current behavior. Shawnda draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also uses trauma-focused approaches to address the impact of painful past events.
Shawnda trained with a Master of Science in Clinical Counseling Psychology from Brenau University and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Harding University. She has additional training in grief and trauma therapy. Her LMHC credential indicates her role as a licensed mental health counselor in Indiana.
Sessions tend to center on concrete tools people can use between meetings. She helps people notice repeated family roles, expectations, and reactions that keep causing problems. Conversations often include skill practice, emotion work, and reflections on family interactions.
Her approach aims to help people make changes they can carry into daily life. She checks in on goals and adjusts methods as needed so work in therapy stays focused and practical.
How her approaches work for online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and responding to each person's concerns. It helps people clarify goals and feel understood before moving to skills work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches concrete strategies for changing unhelpful patterns. Trauma-Focused Therapy concentrates on processing painful past events and building coping tools for distress.Deciding which approach to use is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and past experiences to choose methods that fit. That collaborative process means plans can change as needs shift or progress is made.
The biography does not specify which online session formats she offers, so confirm available options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into everyday life, such as shorter check-ins during a lunch break or meeting without travel time. Online work can support practicing skills between meetings and keeping steady momentum when life is busy. Licensed professionals and therapists commonly adapt exercises and mindfulness practices to virtual sessions so progress continues even when schedules are tight.
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Experience
20+ years
Listed in
Indiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship and family problems, depression, grief, addictions, anger, bipolar symptoms, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue. Family of origin issues and related areas like guilt and shame are also a focus.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses a collaborative, practical style that sets clear goals with clients. Techniques focus on skill building, emotional work, and understanding past family patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Shawnda brings 20 years of experience working with adults facing mood, relationship, and trauma-related concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LMHC, which stands for Licensed Mental Health Counselor, practicing in Indiana.
Are sessions offered in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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