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Shannon Nelson, LPCC

California LPCC supporting emotional growth and resilience
  • Stress and anxiety support
  • Attachment-informed care
  • School setting experience

About Shannon Nelson

Shannon Nelson is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) practicing in California with three years of clinical experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, anger, motivation challenges, low self-esteem and confidence, and depression, bringing particular experience from school-based work with children, teenagers, and young adults. Much of her background involves supporting students with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other mental health needs, which informs a practical and developmentally attuned approach to care.

Shannon views each person as the expert of their own story and looks for the strengths that can support change and growth. She aims to create an encouraging environment where clients can explore attachment and relationship patterns, address issues like abandonment or codependency, and work on communication, impulse control, and caregiver stress. Her clinical toolkit includes approaches that help people reframe unhelpful thinking, build emotional regulation, and deepen self-understanding.

Recognizing that deciding to pursue therapy takes courage, she offers steady support as individuals take steps toward greater well-being. Shannon partners with clients to identify goals and practical strategies that fit their lives and needs.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAttachment issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shannon Nelson have?

Shannon Nelson has 3 years of professional experience.

Is Shannon Nelson a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LPCC credential - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. License details: CA LPCC 14708.

In which languages does Shannon Nelson provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shannon Nelson located?

She is located in California.

How can I work with Shannon Nelson as my therapist?

Clients can work with Shannon Nelson through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shannon Nelson work with international clients?

No. Shannon Nelson does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shannon Nelson 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care

Shannon Nelson draws from several established approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on understanding how early relationships shape current patterns, helping people address abandonment, trust, and connection issues in relationships. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental stance in which the therapist listens closely and supports the client's own capacity for insight and growth, useful for building self-esteem and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) offers practical tools to identify and shift unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, often helping with anxiety, stress, and mood concerns.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon works with clients to explore which methods match their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies as progress unfolds. This partnership helps ensure therapy feels relevant and manageable.

Offering video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging increases flexibility and accessibility for people balancing school, work, or caregiving. These options allow licensed professionals and therapists to provide consistent support across different formats, making it easier to maintain therapeutic momentum while fitting sessions into everyday life.

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