As a licensed therapist in Massachusetts, I bring nearly three decades of compassionate clinical experience to supporting individuals and couples through life's complex challenges. My approach is deeply rooted in understanding the nuanced emotional landscapes of human experience. I specialize in help with depression, anxiety, trauma and recovery, eating disorders, perfectionism, procrastination, imposter syndrome, identity formation, and communications that can negatively impact relationships between partners, friends, family of origin and co-workers.
With an emphasis on your strengths, I am committed to creating a supportive, affirming therapeutic environment that honors your unique journey.
My practice focuses on helping clients navigate difficult emotions, build self-love, improve communication, and develop meaningful strategies for personal growth. I particularly welcome individuals seeking support around identity, life transitions, workplace challenges, and interpersonal relationships.
My therapeutic style is collaborative, empathetic, and tailored to meet the individual needs of each client. I draw from evidence-based practices to help people develop resilience, self-understanding, and practical tools for emotional well-being. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, processing past experiences, or seeking greater personal insight, I'm dedicated to walking alongside you with genuine care and professional expertise.
Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Abandonment, Adoption and foster care, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Dissociation, Divorce and separation, Eating and food-related issues, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, First responder issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration issues, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Narcissism, Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Phobias, Post-traumatic stress, Prejudice and discrimination, Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexual assault and abuse, Sexual dysfunction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Somatization, Trichotillomania, Women's issues, Workplace issues
Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Gottman Method, Imago Relationship Therapy, Jungian Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Somatic Therapy, Trauma-Focused Therapy, Internal Family Systems
MA LMHC 6656
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I appreciate how straightforward she is and her use of humor
Written on Apr 01, 2025 after therapy with Shawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue
I have only had two sessions with Shawn so far but I can honestly say that I’ve never felt like I’ve connected with a therapist before the way I feel like I connect with Shawn. She’s very easy to open up to and she helps me think through things in different ways. She’s encouraged me to create various good habits for myself in order to help me work towards my goals. I’m thankful to be on this journey of improving my mental health and overall state of mind with her.
Written on Oct 16, 2024 after therapy with Shawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
Very attentive and gives very good advice and opinions/feedback. I really connected with her.
Written on Aug 16, 2023 after therapy with Shawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with life changes, and coaching
Wow. She is the best therapist I’ve ever had without a doubt. So lucky to have been matched with her during a horrific family crisis
Written on Feb 25, 2023 after therapy with Shawn for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, lgbt, and relationship issues
I absolutely love working with Shawn. She is very compassionate, caring and nurturing. In the 1st session I was very comfortable because of her warm presence. She is very patient and understanding and works with me to identify methods to help me work though difficulties. I most certainly recommend her over and over again
Written on Jun 22, 2022 after therapy with Shawn for 1 year and 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety
Shawn has already helped me start to get on a better track and given me great insight into different ways to get myself where I need to be. I’m great full for her.
Written on Feb 26, 2022 after therapy with Shawn for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, sleeping disorders, self esteem, career difficulties, bipolar disorder, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd