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Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185

Psychotherapist Enlighten Life Psychotherapy
In-person In-person
Telehealth Telehealth
Specializes in: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Work Stress, Stress,

Introduction

Welcome! I am so glad you are here. Finding the right therapist is a significant step when starting therapy. For 10 years, I worked with children, families, and couples within child protection, foster care, and adoption. For the past five years, I have focused my private clinical practice on helping individuals and couples navigate relationship trauma, attachment wounding, personal histories of abuse, and chronic shame. I am passionate about helping clients break free from behavioral and relational patterns that no longer serve them and witnessing the transformation that occurs as they improve their lives. My Approach I offer faith-based therapeutic interventions, providing you with powerful and relevant tools to apply throughout your life. I am EMDR certified, trained in the Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS), and a certified Master Faith-based Life Coach. These methods allow us to discover and resolve distressing emotional and physical experiences through a compassionate Christian lens. Additionally, I utilize cognitive-behavioral and person-centered approaches to bring clarity and meaningful change to your life. By increasing awareness of your thought patterns, you can empower yourself to create better outcomes. I invite you to call for your complimentary 15 minute consultation today!

Highlights

  • In-person & telehealth appointments

Licenses

  • LCSW #19185 (CA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples

Age groups

  • Teenagers (12-18)
  • Young Adults (18-24)
  • Adults (24+)
  • Elders (65+)

Languages

  • English

Faiths

  • Christian
  • Latter-day Saints/Mormon

Payment options

Pay with insurance

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Pay out-of-pocket

  • Single Appointment $155

Locations

Flat Rock Executive Suites
4193 Flat Rock Dr. Bldg. 200
Riverside, CA 92505-7111
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Video Office

Professional Information

Education

  • Master's Degree, Clinical Social Work - California State University Long Beach
  • Bachelor's Degree, Social Work - Brigham Young University, Provo

Certifications

  • EMDR
  • Developmental Needs Meeting Strategy (DNMS)
  • Master Faith-based Life Coach

FAQ

Is Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 is not currently accepting new clients.
Does Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 offer telehealth appointments? Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 does offer telehealth appointments.
What areas does Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 specialize in? Shandra Carlsen, MSW, LCSW #19185 specializes in the following areas: Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependency, Communication Issues, Coping Skills, Couples Counseling, Depression, Family Conflict, Grief, Infertility, Life Coaching, Life Transitions, Marital and Premarital, Mindfulness, Relationship Issues, Self Esteem, Separation Anxiety, Social Anxiety, Stress, Trauma, and Work Stress.
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