- Anxiety and phobia support
- CBT and ACT methods
- Motivational interviewing
About Shakiya
Shakiya Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Virginia with 10 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, addiction, mood concerns, trauma, and other life changes. She also lists support for issues such as grief, sleep and eating difficulties, and challenges linked to identity and relationships.
Harrison trained in social work at Virginia State University and earned her Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University. Over her career she has worked with people from many backgrounds, including those navigating serious medical issues, end of life concerns, and substance use. That experience shaped how she structures sessions and responds to complex needs.
Her practice blends practical, talk-based methods. She relies on cognitive behavioral techniques to look at thought and behavior patterns. She also uses acceptance and commitment ideas and mindfulness exercises to help people respond differently to uncomfortable feelings.
Motivational interviewing and a client-centered stance guide conversations about change. Sessions tend to focus on concrete steps, skills to try between meetings, and short-term goals that fit daily life. She asks about what matters most to the person and uses that to guide planning.
People who choose her can expect direct, straightforward discussion about concerns and options. She accepts international clients and works in English. To begin, the site matching process is used to schedule a first appointment.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice difficult thoughts and feelings and choose actions that reflect their values. It is often used when anxiety or avoidance are getting in the way of everyday life. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on practical skills to identify unhelpful thoughts and change behavior patterns. CBT is commonly chosen for worries, panic, or habits that maintain stress.Finding the right approach is part of the early work. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences and try methods that fit the person's needs. This is a collaborative process where techniques are adjusted over time based on what helps.
Confirm the exact online session formats before booking since the biography lists virtual and phone work in past practice but does not specify current options. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time. It can also let people use techniques and exercises together with the therapist in real time, and make it possible to continue care when life circumstances change.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She lists stress, anxiety, addictions, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and related issues such as grief, sleep and eating difficulties.
How does she approach therapy?
Sessions use a mix of cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment ideas, mindfulness, client-centered talk, and motivational interviewing focused on practical change.
How much clinical experience is there?
She has 10 years of experience working in social work and clinical settings with a range of concerns and populations.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The biography indicates virtual sessions and phone contact were part of past practice; confirm the current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule an initial appointment through the site.