Shakiya Harrison, LCSW - Therapist in Virginia

About Shakiya

Shakiya Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who draws on a mix of practical, evidence-informed methods. She focuses on helping people handle stress, anxiety, mood concerns, addictions, and parenting challenges. Her tone is straightforward and supportive, with an emphasis on small, doable changes.

She has ten years of experience in social work and mental health settings. That time includes work with people facing complex medical issues, substance use, trauma, mood disorders, and grief.

Background and approach

Her background gives her familiarity with varied life stressors and how they affect daily routines and relationships. In sessions she uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness practices, client-centered care, and motivational interviewing. That means she focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts, clarifying values, building coping skills, and supporting motivation for change.

Conversations are practical and goal-oriented. People can expect a collaborative process. The therapist listens first, then helps shape steps that match each person’s goals.

She pays attention to how stress, sleep, and daily habits link to mood and functioning. Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. International clients can be seen in English.

Sessions use a subscription plan that can be canceled at any time, and costs vary by location and therapist availability.

Therapeutic approaches that work well online

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people get clearer about what matters to them and take small actions toward those values even when feelings are uncomfortable. It often helps with anxiety, depression, and life changes by shifting focus toward meaningful goals rather than battling personal experience.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks problems into thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and teaches practical tools to change patterns that cause distress. It is useful for anxiety, mood symptoms, sleep and eating concerns, and building coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will listen to your situation, discuss options, and try methods that match your goals and preferences. This is a collaborative process and adjustments are made as needed.

Online therapy offers flexibility and easier access to regular sessions. Video calls allow real-time, face-to-face conversation while phone sessions can fit into busy days. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions, share quick updates, and get short-term support on practical steps. Those formats can help maintain momentum and make it simpler to use therapy consistently.

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

Less about arguing with difficult thoughts, more about loosening their grip and acting on what matters to you anyway. Values and committed action carry the work, which suits conversation at a distance.

Client-Centered Therapy

The direction comes from you rather than from a set programme. The therapist offers a warm, non-judgemental space to think out loud and work at your own pace. Online, this rests on the relationship rather than on being in the same room.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, parenting challenges, grief, trauma, relationship and family issues, ADHD, eating and sleeping concerns, and related topics.

What is her general therapy style?

Her style is practical and collaborative. She blends cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance and commitment principles, mindfulness, client-centered listening, and motivational interviewing to set clear, doable steps.

How long has she practiced?

She has ten years of experience working in social work and mental health settings with people facing medical, mood, trauma, and substance-related challenges.

Where is she licensed and what are her credentials?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Virginia. Credential details: VA LCSW 0904012839.

Which languages and international options are available?

Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.

What session formats are offered?

Sessions are available as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to accommodate different needs and schedules.

How is cost handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions are provided via a subscription plan that can be canceled at any time.

How do I get started?

Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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Experience: 10 years
Licensed: Virginia
Languages: English

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