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Online therapist

Perrin "Shalea" Addison

Calm, practical support for stressful times

Credentials
LPC
Experience
3 years
Licensed in
Texas
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Perrin

Perrin "Shalea" Addison is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with people in Texas. She focuses on stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and parenting challenges. She brings a calm, respectful presence to sessions and aims to make therapy feel approachable and practical for worried parents and individuals.

She draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques and her clinical training to guide conversations. Sessions are meant to be collaborative - she listens first, then helps find steps that fit each person's life.

Background and approach

She offers faith-informed and culturally aware care when clients want that included. In sessions she emphasizes building resilience and practical skills. That can mean learning ways to manage strong emotions, developing coping plans after loss, or talking through parenting worries.

She focuses on clear, doable strategies rather than long lectures. Perrin values straightforward communication. She aims to create a space where people can name what feels hard and slowly work toward change.

Her style is warm and present, and she respects each person's background and beliefs. Her goal is to walk alongside clients through difficult times while helping them grow clearer understanding and everyday tools. Therapy with her centers on small, steady steps toward more manageable days and improved emotional balance.

Approaches you can use in online sessions

Two evidence-based techniques Perrin draws on are practical skills training and trauma-informed care. Practical skills training focuses on teaching specific strategies for managing stress and strong emotions, such as grounding exercises, breathing techniques, and step-by-step coping plans. Trauma-informed care centers on safety and pacing, helping people process upsetting experiences without becoming overwhelmed.

She aims to work with each person to find which approach fits best. That decision comes from talking about goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. The therapist and client try methods together and adjust as needed, so the plan evolves with progress.

Online therapy offers flexibility for parents and busy people. Video calls let conversations feel more like in-person sessions. Phone, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to check in between sessions or fit therapy into tight schedules. These options help people access consistent support from licensed professionals without long travel or reorganizing daily routines.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Perrin address?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and parenting-related concerns.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and down-to-earth, focusing on listening first and then offering practical steps to manage emotions and daily challenges.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has three years of experience as a clinician working with people in Texas.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, practicing in Texas with license TX LPC 84100.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she does not accept international clients at this time.
What session formats are available?
She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging for remote therapy.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapist's availability.

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Experience
3 years
Licensed
Texas
Languages
English

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