- Family of origin issues
- Grief and loss
- Cognitive behavioral tools
About Shawn
Shawn Mays is an LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) in Texas with 14 years of experience helping adults and young adults with grief, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. She uses straightforward talk and practical techniques to address concerns such as self-esteem, stress, ADHD, parenting strain, and family of origin issues.
She begins by listening to what is most pressing and then maps how early family patterns shape current reactions. Sessions look at attachment and how childhood roles still play out in adult relationships. That concrete focus helps people see where old responses started and how they keep showing up.
Shawn combines client-centered listening with cognitive-behavioral tools that target unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. She also uses solution-focused steps to build small, manageable habits that change daily routines. Mindfulness skills are brought in to reduce overwhelm and improve attention when needed.
Her style is practical and action-oriented. Conversations aim to clarify one or two immediate goals and then test small changes between sessions. For people managing caregiver stress, workplace pressure, or feelings of emptiness, this approach emphasizes doable strategies rather than long theory.
Shawn accepts international clients and conducts work in English. She asks new clients to complete a short matching questionnaire and then schedule a first session so treatment goals and formats can be discussed before the second appointment.
How her approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting back what matters to the client. Online sessions can keep this same focus by using questions and summaries to clarify feelings and priorities. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets unhelpful thoughts and behaviors with concrete exercises and thought records. CBT works well over video or phone because homework and skill practice can be reviewed and adjusted between appointments.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Shawn will collaborate with each person to choose methods that match their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful in day-to-day life. That might mean beginning with talk and reflection, then adding CBT tools or mindfulness practices as needed.
The original biography does not specify which online formats are offered, so confirm session options before booking. In general, online sessions let people fit therapy into a busy week, shorten travel time, and make it easier to keep appointments around work or caregiving duties. Phone calls can be a quicker check-in when time is limited, while video allows for more visual interaction when preferred.
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Experience
14+ years
Listed in
Texas
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
Shawn works with grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem, ADHD, stress, parenting strain, and life transitions among other issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She practices a client-centered approach that combines listening with practical techniques from CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused work.
How much experience does she have?
Shawn has 14 years of clinical experience working primarily with adults and young adults on emotional and life changes.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LPC credential and is based in Texas.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English and she accepts international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to discuss goals and format.
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