- Relationship concerns
- Life purpose focus
- CBT and Gottman
About Shunda
Dr. Shunda McCoy is a Tennessee licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with four years of experience. She works with adults facing relationship problems, stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes. She also focuses on infidelity, life purpose, and developing greater self-love.
She favors straightforward, collaborative conversations. Sessions look at patterns that keep people stuck and identify practical steps they can try between meetings. Dr. McCoy uses methods drawn from client-centered work and cognitive behavioral techniques to help people notice thoughts and behaviors that maintain distress.
Her approach includes relationship-focused tools from the Gottman Method to address communication and trust issues. Motivational interviewing and solution-focused techniques are used to clarify values and set small, doable goals. This mix is aimed at helping clients find clearer direction after big transitions in work, relationships, or health.
In sessions she listens for what matters most to the client and breaks larger problems into manageable tasks. Conversations often include skill practice, reflection on past choices, and planning next steps. The tone is practical rather than abstract, with an emphasis on real-world changes.
Dr. McCoy practices in Tennessee and sees people in English. Before booking, people should confirm current session formats and scheduling options.
How her approaches translate to online work
Dr. McCoy uses client-centered therapy to center what matters to the client, listening closely and reflecting back concerns so goals emerge from the client’s priorities. This approach helps when someone is trying to sort out values, life purpose, or self-worth.She also draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to map the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. CBT offers concrete exercises for managing anxiety, stress, and low mood, and gives specific tasks clients can practice between sessions. The Gottman Method is used for relationship-focused work, offering structured tools to improve communication and rebuild trust after infidelity.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Dr. McCoy will help the client and therapist decide together which methods fit best based on goals, preferences, and progress. That collaborative process can be adjusted as needs change.
The original biography did not list which session formats are offered, so confirm current online options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, or remove travel time so more consistent meetings are possible. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises, homework, and relationship skills practice to an online setting while focusing on practical steps toward clearer direction.
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Experience
4+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She supports adults with relationship issues, stress, anxiety, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes. She also focuses on infidelity, life purpose, and self-love.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
Her style is collaborative and practical. She uses client-centered conversations and evidence-based tools to identify patterns and set small steps forward.
What experience does she bring?
She holds four years of clinical experience as a practicing therapist. That background informs her mix of relational and behavioral techniques.
What are her credentials and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW licensed in Tennessee and practices there.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not taking international clients at this time.
What session formats does she provide?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options with the practice before booking.
How does payment work and what does it cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Specific pricing details depend on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I get started with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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