Shantizia Figgs, LCSW - Therapist in Florida

About Shantizia

Shantizia Figgs is a licensed clinical social worker who supports people facing parenting challenges, relationship strain, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She uses practical, down-to-earth methods to help clients manage stress, build self-esteem, and improve communication. Sessions are offered in English and conducted online through several formats to fit different schedules.

She trained at Florida State University, earning both a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Social Work. Her credential is LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - and she practices in Florida under license FL LCSW SW17626.

Background and approach

She brings three years of experience to her current work with adults and young adults. Her style is straightforward and individualized. She blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to match what a person needs in the moment.

That can mean shifting between skills practice, goal-setting, and short-term problem-solving in a single plan. In sessions she focuses on concrete steps: identifying unhelpful thoughts, practicing new ways to respond, and creating clear next steps for family or personal issues. She also addresses topics such as blended family concerns, mood disorders, grief, intimacy-related issues, and women’s issues when they come up.

People who reach out can expect a collaborative process that centers practical change. The work aims to reduce immediate stressors and build tools for handling future challenges, with attention to each person’s goals and life context.

How these approaches work online

Shantizia commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in online sessions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. Motivational Interviewing helps people find internal motivation to change by exploring values and small next steps; it often supports parenting shifts, career moves, and lifestyle changes.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals and preferences, then tailor methods from CBT, Motivational Interviewing, or Solution-Focused techniques as needed. That collaborative process helps identify which tools will fit a client’s life and situation.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. These options offer flexibility for parents and busy adults who need sessions around work, childcare, or other commitments. The different formats also allow the therapist to use skills practice, brief check-ins, or longer conversations depending on what helps most.

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.

Motivational Interviewing

A way of working through mixed feelings about change without being pushed. The therapist helps you weigh things up and find your own reasons, which often makes a difficult decision feel less stuck.

Solution-Focused Therapy

Rather than examining the problem at length, this looks at what is already working and builds on it. Sessions tend to be practical and forward-looking, with small achievable steps, which translates readily to shorter online conversations.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

Common areas include parenting, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, career transitions, and coping with life changes.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is practical and individualized. She uses clear steps, skills practice, and goal-focused conversation to help people make concrete changes.

What is her professional background?

She earned a Bachelor’s degree and a Master of Social Work from Florida State University and has three years of experience in clinical work with adults and young adults.

What credentials and location are listed?

She holds LCSW - licensed clinical social worker - with license FL LCSW SW17626 and practices in Florida.

Which languages are used for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats are available?

Therapy can be done via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit different needs.

How is cost handled for sessions?

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?

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

Specialties and expertise

Top specialties

Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression

Also works with

Therapeutic approaches

Experience: 3 years
Licensed: Florida
Languages: English

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