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Shaakira Gillette, LCSW

LCSW blending mindfulness and hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness and CBT
  • Hypnotherapy methods
  • Trauma-informed focus

About Shaakira Gillette

Shaakira Gillette, LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), brings a decade of clinical experience to an integrative practice that blends traditional therapeutic techniques with contemplative and somatic-oriented methods. She guides clients through a process of self-examination that links internal patterns to everyday relationships, helping people notice how core beliefs and past experiences shape their interactions and emotional life.

Her work draws from mindfulness practices, cognitive approaches, hypnotherapy, and psychodynamic concepts such as shadow work. These methods are combined with psychoeducation and introspective exercises to encourage greater self-awareness and practical change. Shaakira also incorporates lifestyle coaching around diet, daily routines, and energy awareness to support broader wellbeing goals.

The initial assessment explores behavioral health history, current challenges, and specific wellness objectives so treatment can be tailored to the individual. She uses meditation and hypnotherapy to access subconscious material, and applies mindfulness and cognitive techniques to strengthen attention, reduce reactivity, and build coping skills. Shaakira frames healing as a multi-layered journey - addressing mental, physical, and energetic dimensions - and structures sessions to foster reflection, clarity, and sustained progress. Services are provided in English and are rooted in an approach that honors both practical strategies and deeper personal insight.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disorders

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesFirst responder issuesSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Hypnotherapy Mindfulness Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shaakira Gillette have?

Shaakira Gillette has 10 years of experience.

Is Shaakira Gillette a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker). License details: PA LCSW CW021870.

In which languages does Shaakira Gillette provide therapy?

Shaakira Gillette provides therapy in English.

Where is Shaakira Gillette located?

Shaakira Gillette is located in Pennsylvania.

How can I work with Shaakira Gillette as my therapist?

You can work with Shaakira Gillette through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shaakira Gillette work with international clients?

Shaakira Gillette does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shaakira Gillette cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Integrating Mindfulness, CBT, and Hypnotherapy Online

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is a practical, skills-based approach that supports work on anxiety, depression, and everyday stress by teaching new coping strategies and problem-solving tools. Hypnotherapy uses guided relaxation and focused attention to access subconscious material and support shifts in habit, self-image, and emotional responses - it can be useful for issues like addictive behaviors and entrenched patterns. Mindfulness Therapy cultivates present-moment awareness through breath work, meditation, and body-based noticing; it aims to reduce reactivity and enhance concentration, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.

Choosing the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Shaakira works with each person to assess needs, preferences, and goals, and then combines methods in a way that fits the individual - adapting techniques as progress unfolds. The result is a tailored plan that balances practical tools with deeper exploration.

Online therapy offers flexibility in how sessions are delivered - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so people can engage from home or while managing busy schedules. These options make it easier to keep continuity of care, fit sessions into daily life, and access licensed professionals without the need to travel.

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