In life, you want to relax and enjoy what it has to offer, but you may feel like you can’t even do that when you're always on the move. Or you may feel too depressed to enjoy anything. A counselor based in Shawnee can help you if you want to make sure that you're getting the most out of life. 

Shawnee is a great little town to live in. Named after the indigenous tribe, it’s a town that embraces its roots and moves forward. A counselor can help you move forward. Talk to someone today if you want that.

Psychologist Karen Evanson providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Karen Evanson

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementADHD
21 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, & anger management. I also have experience working with concentration, memory and focus (ADHD). I am also a certified Hypnotherapist. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Dr. Sharolyn Wallace providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Dr. Sharolyn Wallace

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Family conflictsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesSelf esteemCoping with life changes
31 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, parenting issues, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Ekaette 'Kate' Atakpo providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Ekaette 'Kate' Atakpo

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyLGBTSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
3 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with addictions, motivation, self esteem, confidence and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive behavioral, dialectical behavioral, client centered, and acceptance and commitment therapy. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.

Psychologist Verner Godwin providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Verner Godwin

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesIntimacy-related issuesCareer difficultiesDepressionCoping with life changes
33 years offering treatment

About me I am licensed in Oklahoma with 33 years of professional work experience. And I earned my Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from the renowned program at Reformed Theological Seminary. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, career difficulties, and psychiatric therapy (including depression). I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, specifically in a brief centered trajectory. Also, I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process. For those who seek therapy from a Christian perspective, I integrate sound Christian theology into counseling. For those not spiritual, I utilize one’s strengths and positive ambitions to guide toward an enduring resolution. As well, I believe that past experiences and current ways of living don‭’‬t have to define the person we become.‭ ‬Life difficulties are common to all.‭ ‬Yet,‭ ‬we do want to succeed most successfully,‭ ‬and I‭’‬d like to help you find lasting solutions tailored to your needs,‭ ‬bringing into play all your resources,‭ ‬i.e.,‭ ‬emotional,‭ ‬intellectual,‭ ‬and Spiritual.‭‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬‬ Professional experience 33YRS IN PRACTICE Additional areas of focus: Compassion fatigue, Depressive Disorders, Non-substance addiction, Relationship challenges, Personality Disorders, Coaching, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Parenting issues, Compassion fatigue, Anger management, Self-esteem, Bipolar disorder, Phobias, etc. License information OK Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) #06765

Psychologist Timothy Dearhamer providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Timothy Dearhamer

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issues
5 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma and Iowa with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Andromeda Maxwell providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Andromeda Maxwell

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyFamily conflictsGriefDepression
8 years offering treatment

Hey there, my name is Andromeda, I go by Andi. I am licensed in Oklahoma with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, & coping with grief and los, depression. I have worked with a wide variety of clients for the past 10 years. Including adults with disorders from schizophrenia to depression, couples therapy, and school based services including family services. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Mary Price providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Mary Price

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefDepressionCompassion fatigue
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Stephanie Upchurch providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Stephanie Upchurch

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCompassion fatigue
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Psychologist Dnaydavina James providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Dnaydavina James

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: AddictionsAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
22 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, anger management, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Psychologist Darlyn Brown providing different types of therapy in Shawnee

Darlyn Brown

Clinician
Mental Wellness Specialties: Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes
6 years offering treatment

I am licensed in Oklahoma with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

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Types of therapists available to clients in Shawnee

Understanding the type of therapy you'd like to search for is crucial before finding a therapist or psychologist. Be sure to narrow your search for therapists in Shawnee that can offer psychodynamic therapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), talk therapy, group therapy, marriage and family therapy for individuals or couples, or couples therapy depending on your needs.

Licensed therapists & mental health professionals available through BetterHelp's online platform

Mental health therapists in Shawnee available through BetterHelp are accredited to help individuals and couples. Shawnee therapists' credentials can include licensed marriage and family therapist (LMFT), licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), and clinician or doctor of psychology (PsyD). Regardless of their licensure, Shawnee therapists are trained in any type of therapy in the Shawnee region and in the state of Oklahoma.

How a therapist can help you destress, manage your emotions, and guide you towards the life you want 

Therapists in Shawnee can help clients in improving healthy relationships, communication skills, working through life transitions, couples challenges, managing a mood disorder, improving coping skills, self help tips, offer life coaching, family life, or change in negative thinking patterns. A therapist in Shawnee may also provide a safe place and validation for clients experiencing emotional pain, or that simply want a psychological assessment. 

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