Shawna Shaughnessy

Biography

Qualifications & Experience

I earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Criminal Justice and a Master of Science degree in Clinical and Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Texas. I have been fully licensed as a counselor in Texas for more than eight years.

My Call to Christian Counseling

As an adolescent, I was always the person my friends came to when they needed support. I was often told that I should pursue a career in counseling. However, it wasn’t until I was in a severe car accident in 2010 that the Lord made clear His plans for me. During my hospital stay, a counselor came by daily to check on me. With her support, I was able to overcome the trauma I endured and start on a healthy path toward recovery. It became my passion to do for others what that counselor did for me during my time of need.

More About Me/On a Personal Note

I have been happily married to my husband for 13 years and together we share three boys. As a family we love to travel, ski, fish, and watch our boys play baseball. I love serving my church and connecting with other women and mothers in need. I also enjoy painting, DIY projects, and cooking.

Services and Specialities

Areas of Expertise/Specialties

• Abandonment and Neglect
• ADHD
• Aging and Geriatric Issues
• Anger Management
• Anxiety
• Bipolar Disorder
• Chemical Dependency
• Coaching
• Counseling for Teens
• Couples Counseling
• Codependency
• Depression
• Eating Disorders
• Family Counseling
• Grief and Loss
• Individual Counseling
• Infidelity and Affairs
• Marriage Counseling
• Men’s Issues
• OCD
• Online Counseling
• Personal Development
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Premarital Counseling
• Professional Development
• Psychological Testing
• Relationship Issues
• Sex and Porn Addiction
• Sexual Abuse
• Spiritual Development
• Trauma
• Weight Loss
• Women’s Issues

Counseling for Teens

In a world dominated by cell phones and social media, adolescents are struggling more today than ever before. It is my true passion to work with teenagers and help them find their value and worth in the Lord instead of the world. We will work together to identify life goals and create a plan for achieving those goals while overcoming mental and emotional difficulties.

Spiritual Development

Spiritual health is the one true thermometer for mental and emotional health. A healthy relationship with our Creator determines our ability to manage all of the difficult seasons of life. In counseling, I will assist you in identifying the voice of the Holy Spirit in your life and learning to rely on the Lord.

Anxiety

The Bible mentions fear and anxiety 365 times, showing us that anxiety has been a battle for believers since the beginning of time. We will address anxiety together by identifying triggers, learning how God wants us to respond to anxious thoughts and emotions, and adjusting our thought processes to reduce anxiety.

Anger Management

Anger is considered a secondary emotion, meaning that we tend to express anger when we are feeling hurt or sad because anger does not require vulnerability. In counseling, I will assist you with managing anger by identifying triggers and the real emotions hiding underneath the anger. I will also help you understand the importance of being vulnerable for healthy relationships.

Relationship Issues

In a world filled with stress, finances, raising children, careers, and responsibilities, it is not surprising that relationship issues are on the rise. The Bible says that the second greatest commandment is to “love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:39). This means that we are called to love one another unconditionally. In counseling, we will explore the meaning of unconditional love as well as identifying coping skills, communication skills, and the importance of vulnerability in healthy relationships.

Payment and Forms

Sessions: I offer 53-minute sessions. Sessions can be held more than once per week, weekly, or every other week. Scheduling options are discussed in greater detail during your Risk-Free Initial Session.

Availability (by office location):

• Royse City – Monday and Thursday
• Online Counseling – Monday and Thursday

Fees: I offer a Risk-Free Initial Session for individuals, and couples looking to pursue counseling with me. Please note that there is a fee for the Risk-Free Initial Session as it is a clinical hour and reimbursable to most insurance companies, but if you choose not to reschedule and continue therapy after the initial session, the entire fee for the session will be waived. For ongoing treatment, the full fee per session is required at the time of service.

Insurance: As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), most insurance companies will reimburse for a portion of my services (as an Out-of-Network Provider). Please consult with your insurance provider as to whether they specifically cover adolescents, individuals, and couples.

Receipts/Statements: In the event you require a printed or digital receipt, I will provide receipts for personal use, insurance reimbursement, Flex Spending Accounts (FSA), and Health Savings Accounts (HSA).

Payment options: Cash, Check, or Credit Card (Visa, MasterCard, Discover, & American Express). A fee of up to 4% per transaction may be added for credit card payments.