Shannon Atherton, MS, LPC, LMHC, NCC

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I am a licensed mental health counselor in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Missouri, and Florida. I work with all ages on issues such as self-esteem, identity building, self-harm, social anxiety, ADHD, giftedness, divorce, PTSD/CPTSD, codependency, substance abuse, depression, and problems in relationships. I work well with clients who have had a history of repeated trauma and co-occurring disorders. 

As a mental health counselor, my goal is to help each client discover their own unique path towards healing and thriving in all areas of life. I am active and invested throughout the therapeutic process, providing strategies, techniques, and education from a holistic perspective. I employ methods such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, Narrative Therapy and the Gottman Method. In many cases, treatment involves a combination of counseling and life coaching. I work with each individual to find a treatment plan that works for their unique situation. 

As a mental health counselor, I believe that authenticity and empathy are the two most important qualities to possess. My goal is to create a safe space for clients to grow and heal; and I am constantly seeking ways to enhance my skills in the therapeutic process. Having overcome my own personal struggles, I find that this experience allows me to truly understand and connect with my clients.