Shannon L. Carr

Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma & Relationships with Shannon Carr REAL TALK! DEEP WORK! LASTING CHANGE! Hey—I’m Shannon Carr, and I work with young adults, adults, couples, and the LGBTQIA+ community who are tired of carrying the weight of anxiety, trauma, and relationship struggles on their own. My specialty? Helping you cut through the mental clutter, get to the root of what’s holding you back, and build the kind of life and connections you actually want. Whether you’re unpacking childhood trauma, trying to stop anxiety from running the show, or breaking the cycle of unhealthy relationships, this is your space to be honest, be seen, and get the work done. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT IN SESSION: Think of our time together as real talk with purpose. You bring your whole self—messy, complicated, or even hard to put into words—and I bring curiosity, insight, and practical strategies you can actually use outside of our sessions. Some days we’ll dig deep into the heavy stuff you’ve been carrying; other days we’ll focus on simple shifts that make life feel lighter and more doable. Either way, you’ll leave with more clarity, direction, and the reassurance that you don’t have to figure it all out alone. Clients often tell me I ‘get to the root’ faster than they expected. Sometimes it feels like a breakthrough; sometimes it’s more of a “Whew… give me a second.” Both are part of the growth process—and both are welcome here. HOW I WORK: No copy-and-paste therapy here—I tailor every step to you. Here’s how I blend my approach: + Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – challenging unhelpful thoughts and building better habits + Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – strengthening emotional regulation and coping skills + Narrative Therapy – reframing your story in a way that empowers you + Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) – learning to slow down and breathe through the chaos + Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) – deepening trust and communication in relationships + Psychodynamic Therapy – understanding how your past shapes your present And because therapy isn’t just talk, I’ll bring in journaling prompts, mindfulness practices, and other tools that fit your style and goals. HOW I HELP-- In our work together, you might: + Learn how to manage anxiety instead of it managing you + Heal from trauma in a way that feels safe and empowering + Set and maintain boundaries without feeling guilty + Strengthen relationships and improve how you communicate + Navigate life changes with more confidence and less stress + Rebuild your self-esteem so you can show up fully—in every space you enter By the end of each session, my goal is for you to feel more grounded, more equipped, and more in control of your own story. WHAT IT'S LIKE TO WORK WITH ME? Picture sitting down with someone who really hears you, asks the questions you might avoid asking yourself, and still makes space to celebrate your progress—no matter how big or small. That’s how I show up. I’ll hold space when things feel heavy, bring a little lightness when you need it, and always keep us moving forward at a pace that feels right for you. Working with me isn’t about ‘fixing’ you—it’s about uncovering the strength you already have, equipping you with tools that actually fit your life, and walking alongside you as you put them into practice. You bring the honesty, I’ll bring the strategies, and together we’ll create real, lasting change Now accepting new clients—in-person and virtual. If you’re ready for therapy that’s honest, collaborative, and unapologetically focused on your growth, let’s talk and see if we align.