Shavanti Brittain

If you’re googling things like “why do I feel stuck?” “how to stop overthinking,” “therapy for trauma,” “help for addiction,” or “why do I keep sabotaging myself?” — you’re probably not just curious. You’re tired. And you’re ready for something to change. Hey. I’m really glad you’re here. I work with people who look “fine” on the outside but feel overwhelmed, anxious, numb, angry, or exhausted on the inside. Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, or a big life change. Maybe you’re involved with the justice system and trying to rebuild your life. Or maybe you just know, deep down, that the way things are going isn’t working anymore. That quiet voice saying, “I can’t keep doing this” or “There has to be more than this” — that’s not weakness. That’s wisdom. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and certified in alcohol and drug counseling. I help people who feel stuck in old patterns finally understand what’s underneath them — and then actually do something different. Who I Help I work with: People struggling with anxiety, depression, and negative thinking Survivors of trauma and PTSD Those dealing with addiction or substance use Individuals navigating major life transitions People involved in the justice system who want real change Anyone who’s tired of repeating the same cycles A lot of my clients want the same shift: They want to stop surviving and start actually living. They want peace instead of constant stress. They want to feel in control instead of reactive. They want to break patterns — not just talk about them. How I Work First session? We’re not diving into your deepest trauma five minutes in. We start with your story. What’s going on right now? What’s bothering you the most? What do you wish was different? I take a person-centered approach, which is a simple way of saying: this is your therapy. Not mine. Not a textbook’s. Yours. Sessions feel like real conversations — thoughtful, sometimes deep, sometimes even funny. Yes, therapy can include laughter. You’re allowed to be a whole human here. When it makes sense, I use evidence-based approaches like: CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) for anxiety, depression, and negative thought patterns EMDR for trauma and PTSD Practical tools for managing cravings, triggers, and emotional overwhelm But I don’t throw techniques at you just to say we did them. We go at your pace. Healing isn’t a race, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Some days we’ll untangle patterns. Some days we’ll build coping tools. Some days we’ll sit with something hard — and you won’t have to sit with it alone. What Sessions Are Like Expect: A compassionate, nonjudgmental space Honest conversations (the good kind) Tools you can actually use in real life Gentle accountability when you need it Zero shaming If you’ve ever worried, “What if my therapist judges me?” — that’s not how I operate. I’ve seen a lot. I’m here to understand, not to lecture. The Bottom Line If you’re ready to get honest with yourself — not in a harsh way, but in a real way — I’m here for that. You don’t need to have everything figured out. You don’t need the perfect words. You just need a willingness to start.