Shakina Small, LPC
Licensed LPC focused on healing and relationships
- Trauma and abuse
- Family and relationships
- Faith-informed options
About Shakina Small
Shakina Small is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a National Certified Counselor with 26 years of experience as a psychotherapist, licensed behavioral consultant, and minister. Grounded in a faith perspective as a Messianic Jewish believer in Yeshua, she offers Christian-based therapy when requested as part of a holistic approach to healing and growth. Her work spans a wide range of concerns - trauma and abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship and family problems, parenting and fatherhood issues, addictions, bipolar disorder, ADHD, self-esteem and body image struggles, and career and life transition challenges.
She has provided care in many settings including prisons, schools, churches, residential treatment programs, group homes, inpatient and outpatient facilities, and foster care environments. Her therapeutic style is empathetic and engaging, educational when appropriate, and direct when a firm intervention is needed. Drawing on an eclectic toolkit, she integrates approaches such as Biblical-informed methods, ESFT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), REBT, psychodrama, writing and poetry therapy, and other creative expressions to help clients access and process difficult emotions in nontraditional ways.
As an abuse survivor, adoptee, and former young mother, she brings personal insight to her mission of helping people identify root causes of dysfunctional patterns, break cycles of toxic behavior, and move forward into healthier, more productive lives.
She has provided care in many settings including prisons, schools, churches, residential treatment programs, group homes, inpatient and outpatient facilities, and foster care environments. Her therapeutic style is empathetic and engaging, educational when appropriate, and direct when a firm intervention is needed. Drawing on an eclectic toolkit, she integrates approaches such as Biblical-informed methods, ESFT, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), REBT, psychodrama, writing and poetry therapy, and other creative expressions to help clients access and process difficult emotions in nontraditional ways.
As an abuse survivor, adoptee, and former young mother, she brings personal insight to her mission of helping people identify root causes of dysfunctional patterns, break cycles of toxic behavior, and move forward into healthier, more productive lives.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shakina Small have?
Shakina Small has 26 years of experience as a psychotherapist, licensed behavioral consultant, and minister.
Is Shakina Small a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor. License details: PA LPC PC016304.
In which languages does Shakina Small provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Shakina Small located?
Shakina Small is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Shakina Small as my therapist?
You can work with Shakina Small through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shakina Small work with international clients?
Shakina Small does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shakina Small 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 your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Shakina Small incorporates Client-Centered Therapy to create a warm, nonjudgmental space where the client’s perspective guides the work - this approach helps people build self-awareness, strengthen self-worth, and explore personal values. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and reshape unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns - CBT is practical and useful for anxiety, depression, trauma responses, and coping with life changes. When appropriate, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are introduced to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improved interpersonal effectiveness for clients struggling with intense emotions or relationship challenges.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and Shakina collaborates with each person to determine what fits best based on needs, goals, and preferences. The therapeutic plan can be adjusted over time so methods align with what is most helpful for growth and healing.
Online therapy with Shakina offers flexible options - video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - so therapy can fit around work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and engage in regular sessions even when schedules or mobility present challenges.