- Years in practice
- 11
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Languages
- English
- Focus
- Stress, Anxiety
- Focus
- Grief
- Focus
- Self esteem
About Shawntia
Shawntia Hall is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who uses practical, evidence-based tools to help people make everyday changes. She focuses on shifting unhelpful thinking and building coping skills so clients can handle stress and difficult emotions. Shawntia writes simply and works in a direct, collaborative way that aims to make progress feel manageable.
She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Social Work.
Background and approach
With 11 years of experience, Shawntia has supported people dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, self-esteem concerns, and compassion fatigue. She also helps with relationship strain, addiction issues, parenting concerns, trauma and abuse, anger, bipolar challenges, ADHD, career stress, and life transitions. In sessions she commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients notice and change patterns of thinking that fuel distress.
She pairs that with supportive therapy when people need space to process strong feelings. Shawntia also uses motivational interviewing to meet people where they are and build readiness for change. Her style is client-focused and practical.
She offers tools you can try between sessions and works with you to set realistic goals. Shawntia explains concepts in plain language and adapts pace and techniques to each person’s needs. Shawntia practices in Florida and communicates in English.
She is a Qualified Supervisor for Clinical Social Work Interns and brings that supervisory perspective into her clinical work. Choosing counseling is presented as a step toward creating change, and she aims to make that step clear and achievable.
What Shawntia works with
Everything Shawntia lists, in the therapist's own terms. Parenting is the reason this directory exists; the rest shows what else Shawntia helps people with.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Grief
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Compassion fatigue
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- ADHD
How Shawntia’s Approaches Translate to Online Therapy
Shawntia commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is practical and goal-oriented, useful for anxiety, depression, stress, and many everyday problems. She also uses supportive therapy to help clients process strong emotions and feel heard, offering validation and coping strategies when feelings are intense.She includes motivational interviewing to help clients clarify their goals and build readiness for change. This approach focuses on small, workable steps and respects where a person is starting from. Deciding on the best mix of approaches is a collaborative process; the therapist and client review what’s working and adjust techniques together as progress is made.
Online therapy with Shawntia is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to match different schedules and preferences. Video sessions allow face-to-face work when visual cues help. Phone sessions can fit into a short break or when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text-based messaging are useful for quick check-ins, ongoing support, or when writing things out helps clarity. These options aim to make counseling more flexible and easier to fit into a busy life.
Questions people ask about Shawntia
What concerns does Shawntia commonly address?
She works with stress, anxiety, grief, depression, self-esteem, compassion fatigue, addictions, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, parenting concerns, anger, career stress, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, and ADHD.
What is her general therapy style?
Shawntia uses practical, evidence-based methods and a client-focused approach. She combines techniques that change thinking patterns with supportive listening and motivational strategies.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 11 years of experience working in clinical social work and has also served as a Qualified Supervisor for clinical social work interns.
Where is she licensed and based?
Shawntia is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, licensed in Florida and practices there.
Which languages are offered for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients schedule with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
What formats are available for online sessions?
Sessions can be scheduled as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs and routines.
How are costs handled and how do I begin?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
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