- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and abuse
- Self esteem
About Shontel
Shontel Taylor Harris is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas with 12 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. She also addresses related issues such as attachment difficulties, abandonment concerns, communication problems, and challenges around separation or blended family dynamics.
She works in a straightforward, conversational way. Sessions focus on identifying what is most pressing and practical steps that can be taken. Shontel encourages people to notice their existing strengths and to build on those skills when facing fear, avoidance, or conflict.
Her background includes a decade-plus of direct practice with people managing traumatic experiences and ongoing anxiety. That experience informs how she helps people name patterns that keep them stuck and try new coping strategies in small, manageable steps. She pays close attention to how relationships and family history influence present worries and behavior.
Shontel aims to make the process collaborative. She listens to what matters most, offers tools that match the concern, and adjusts work as needed. Short-term goals and practical exercises are frequently part of sessions when they fit the person’s priorities.
People who find social situations difficult, avoidant behaviors hard to change, or relationship stress overwhelming may find her approach accessible. She asks new clients to complete a brief matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session to help clarify goals and next steps.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Shontel uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear steps and skills. One approach she often uses is skills-based work that teaches practical coping tools for anxiety and stress, such as breathing, grounding, and behavioral experiments to reduce avoidance. These techniques are useful for people who want concrete ways to manage strong reactions.Another common focus is exploring relationship patterns and attachment concerns. This involves looking at how past relationships and family dynamics shape current reactions and communication. The work often includes trying small changes in how someone expresses needs or sets boundaries to see if different responses help.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist listens to the person’s goals and preferences, then chooses or combines methods that fit. This is a collaborative process and methods can be adapted as progress is tracked.
Session logistics should be confirmed before booking because formats are not specified in the biography. Ask about available formats when you complete the matching questionnaire. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so sessions fit around work or caregiving responsibilities.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
12+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment issues, abandonment, communication problems, and family-related concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Sessions are conversational and practical. She helps identify current patterns, suggests manageable coping steps, and adjusts methods based on the person’s needs.
How much experience does she have?
She has 12 years of professional work experience in clinical settings. That background includes work with trauma, anxiety, and relationship difficulties.
Where is she licensed and based?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Texas. Her practice is based in Texas.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English. International clients are accepted.
What session formats are offered?
Session formats are not specified in the biography. Confirm current session options before booking to know which formats are available.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees depend on the chosen plan and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and then scheduling a first session.