Dr. Shakena Mabry, LCSW

Dr. Shakena Mabry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 12 years of professional experience and licensure in Maryland, New York, the District of Columbia, and Pennsylvania. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, relationship and family conflicts, challenges with self-esteem and motivation, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting concerns, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and a range of life transitions. Her practice also addresses issues such as abandonment, caregiver stress, codependency, isolation and loneliness, and career or purpose questions.

Dr. Mabry approaches therapy as a collaborative process that recognizes each person as the expert on their own story while helping them identify strengths to move forward. She blends practical, evidence-informed techniques with compassionate support, tailoring interventions to each client's goals and circumstances. When appropriate, she draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, and EMDR to address symptoms and build coping skills.

Beginning therapy can feel challenging, and Dr. Mabry emphasizes steady, practical guidance to help clients toward more fulfilling and resilient lives. She offers flexible appointment options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate varying needs and schedules.