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Hello and welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor licensed in Pennsylvania. In addition, I am a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. I have 16 years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addiction issues, and other mental health issues. I also helped people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.
I consider myself an eclectic counselor. I believe that no one individual is the same as another, therefore treatment should be personalized. Based on where the individual is at and their goals for life and goals for counseling will determine what technique I will use. Techniques may change from session to session. Some techniques I use include, but not limited to, Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Reality Therapy.
People seek counseling for a variety of reasons and seek counseling at different stages in their lives. My counseling approach begins with meeting the individual where he/she is currently. Each person and their situation are unique which is why I am a strong believer that person centered is the best approach as counseling is not one size fits all.
I value developing a therapeutic relationship with each individual that I counsel. My goal is to allow the individual to feel comfortable in each session as a result of me offering respect and empathy, being able to accept, and being genuine and authentic. In return I ask that each person is committed to the process and honest throughout.
Taking the steps to seek counseling is the first step to seeking change. If you’re ready to take that step, I am here to guide and support you.
Additional areas of focus:LGBT, Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Abandonment, Attachment issues, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Chronic pain illness and disability, Codependency, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family Problems, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Intellectual Disability, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-Harm, Self-love, Sexual Assault and Abuse, Social anxiety and phobia, Traumatic Brain Injury, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Monique Sheppard. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
Monique has been a huge help for me! She is considerate, compassionate, and shares many helpful strategies to mange stress and anxiety. I'm thankful to have connected with her.
Written on Apr 11, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Monique has been wonderful to work with. She makes me feel safe and secure and lets me discuss anything that may be going on in my life (big and small). It has really helped to have someone to turn to.
Written on Apr 10, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, grief, and coping with life changes
I love Monique. She is such a good listener and she is a voice of reason for me.
Written on Mar 02, 2023 after therapy with Monique for 9 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and family conflicts
Monique has been a blessing to me. She has helped through so much in my life in a short period of time. Monique truly wonderful!
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 1 year and 2 months on issues concerning relationship issues, career difficulties, and coaching
She is consistent and considerate.
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 8 months on issues concerning relationship issues, grief, and intimacy-related issues
She is absolutely amazing, I just wanted someone that also shares the same background as me
Written on Nov 18, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
Monique feels like a friend you’ve known for a while which makes opening up very easy. I’m grateful she does not give me small bandaids to fix my struggles but instead good habits to start and add to my life.
Written on Oct 20, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 years and 3 months on issues concerning depression, and stress, anxiety
She’s very attentive and helps direct me in the right direction!
Written on Sep 21, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
After my first session I immediately felt listened to, understood and that I will benefit from my time with Monique. I look forward to learning from her.
Written on Jul 25, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Monique is amazing. She has helped me get out of a really dark place. I respect and appreciate her guidance and advice. I always leave each session feeling supported and more hopeful of what’s to come.
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and adhd
Absolutely love her. She is wonderful in everything. She understands me and understands where I am coming from when I feel like I am not making sense. She has helped me so much understand things from a different view point and I Absolutely love her.
Written on Mar 21, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, and adhd
I would recommend talking to her-I’ve had nothing but positive experiences and looking forward to many more. I’d rate my therapy with her at 5/5 stars.
Written on Feb 21, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, and anger management
Monique has been so supportive and insightful helping me navigate through a very difficult time in my life. She is the first therapist I have ever had where I felt comfortable enough to fully open up to and be heard. Her suggestions on how to look at things and what I can and should look into doing for myself have been so helpful. I cannot thank her enough for the time care and insight she has given me.
Written on Feb 03, 2022 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, addictions, relationship issues, grief, and coping with life changes
Monique has really helped me navigate some pivotal life challenges and I have seen such an improvement in my overall mental health. She truly takes the time to listen and provide feedback that has centered me.
Written on Jun 07, 2021 after therapy with Monique for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Money is such a great listener and has great insight!
Written on Jan 27, 2021 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks
Working with Monique has been such a joy! Talking to her is like talking to a friend, as she is non-judgmental and offers great guidance and advice during our conversations! Highly recommend!
Written on Jan 09, 2021 after therapy with Monique for 2 months
I have struggled to find a therapist that I am comfortable with in the past. My counselor through BetterHelp, Monique Sheppard, is the best. I am very comfortable with her, and she has been beyond helpful.
Written on Jan 08, 2021 after therapy with Monique for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, bipolar disorder, and adhd
Excellent counselor, good listener, great suggestions, I would highly recommend!
Written on Jan 04, 2021 after therapy with Monique for 9 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Great ear and helper
Written on Dec 31, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 8 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Thank you Monique for always being there!
Written on Dec 29, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
She’s extremely easy to talk to and always points me to God’s word.
Written on Nov 04, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks
I’ve enjoyed working with Monique. She is a great listener and allows me to process while I talk. As a verbal processor, this is very important. She is also very kind and makes me feel safe.
Written on Sep 23, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks
I’ve really enjoyed my sessions with Monique. She is so easy to talk to you and I feel genuinely heard by her.
Written on Sep 21, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes
Monique listened to my concerns and provided good advice to help me through this challenging situation. I appreciate her follow up as my mind has been so busy with my legal matter I feel it has consumed all my personal time.
Written on Sep 07, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, parenting issues, coping with life changes, and adhd
I just had my first video appointment with Monique and have nothing but good things to say about her. She is encouraging, thoughtful, and offered direct advice to help me make amends with past traumas/people/myself. Thank you Monique <3
Written on Sep 01, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
Monique is amazing! She really takes the time to listen and calm you down when you desperately need to. I have thoroughly enjoyed having her as my therapist.
Written on Aug 07, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, anger management, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes
Monique has been a big part of helping me get better. She helped me cope with great techniques, and she is an amazing listener. I had my first experience seeing a counselor with her, and I’m thankful for her patience and practical advice from the time I had with her!
Written on Jul 20, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Monique is kind and understanding and I'm thankful for the tools that I have been implementing in my life that she has provided.
Written on Jun 20, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, sleeping disorders, parenting issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Monique Sheppard is very professional she is an amazing listener, she allows you to speak your truth and then provides you with the guidance best suited for your situation. I would strongly recommend her to a friend or family member being she has provided me with the best advice possible without judgment. So at this time I would like to say thank you very much to Monique Sheppard for making this experience less painful than what it already has been.
Written on Feb 24, 2020 after therapy with Monique for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, sleeping disorders, and anger management
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