- client-centered therapy
- CBT techniques
- mindfulness practice
About Shakira
Shakira Thomas is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tennessee with seven years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, grief, anger, and depression. Her work also addresses attachment and abandonment issues, body image, caregiver strain, codependency, communication and control problems, and related areas such as divorce, family of origin issues, and forgiveness.
Shakira approaches therapy from a perspective that centers the person's experience. She treats clients as the experts on their own lives and helps them notice strengths they already have. Sessions focus on practical steps and clearer thinking rather than jargon. She uses straightforward conversation to identify what feels most urgent and what small changes might help.
Her methods draw on client-centered techniques, cognitive behavioral tools, mindfulness practices, existential questions, and motivational interviewing. That means sessions can include reflection on personal values, identifying thought patterns that get in the way, and short exercises to practice between meetings. The emphasis is on what the person wants to change and on doable strategies to get there.
Shakira aims to help people who feel stuck after a life change or who are unsure what matters next. She can support people dealing with grief, relationship transitions, or the stress of caregiving. Her approach tends to be direct, goal-focused, and collaborative, with attention to both feelings and everyday choices.
Shakira works in Tennessee and conducts sessions in English. People who want to begin are asked to use the site matching process to schedule a first meeting and learn about session options.
How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Shakira uses client-centered work to follow what matters most to the person. This approach focuses on listening, reflecting, and helping the client name priorities and values. It is useful when someone needs space to sort through feelings and decide what matters next.She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which looks at how thoughts and behaviors affect mood. CBT offers concrete steps to test unhelpful thoughts and try small behavioral changes. That can help with anxiety, low mood, relationship patterns, and problems like codependency or control issues.
Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. The therapist will ask about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will pick approaches and pace that fit the person's needs rather than applying a single fixed method.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit meetings into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It also lets people use mindfulness exercises and CBT homework between sessions so progress can continue outside meeting times.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
7+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What issues does she commonly help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, grief, anger, and depression, plus related concerns like attachment, codependency, and family of origin issues.
How does she approach therapy for someone feeling stuck?
She centers the person's own perspective and uses clear, practical steps. Sessions mix conversation, thought-focused work, and short exercises to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor working with adults on emotional and relational concerns.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She holds the LPC credential and practices in Tennessee.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does it cost?
Cost varies by location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time; exact pricing is provided during the booking process.
How do I begin a first session?
Start by selecting the site's See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session through the platform.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.