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The Empowerment Lab

Counseling The Empowerment Lab
Available this week
Specialties: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Bipolar Disorder, Adjustment Disorder,
Insurance: Optima Health Plan, Anthem, Cigna, Aetna, Kaiser Permanente,

Introduction

Do you struggle to connect with your child or feel overwhelmed by life’s changes? I’m Shantel, a Licensed Practical Counselor at The Empowerment Lab. I help families, women, and individuals navigate challenges like depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, grief, and relationship issues. I create a brave, supportive space where healing begins with empowerment. Using a person-centered, compassionate approach, I help clients strengthen communication, set boundaries, and build meaningful connections. Let’s grow together. As a counselor, I understand the importance of lived experience and how it makes each family unique. I believe that creating a brave space for families to have honest conversations about challenges, successes, and opportunities for growth allow families to have a fighting chance at long term commitment to one another.

PRONOUNS She/Her/Hers
RACE & ETHNICITY Black/African American

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Highlights

  • Accepting new clients
  • Available on nights
  • Offers free consultation
  • In-person & telehealth appointments
  • Accepts online payments and insurance

Licenses

  • LPC #0701014999 (VA)

Specialties

Additional focus areas

Treatment Approaches

Population focus

Appointment types

  • Individuals
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups

Age groups

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

Payment options Free intro call available

Pay with insurance

The Empowerment Lab accepts these insurance providers. What you pay depends on your plan.
  • Optima Health Plan
  • Anthem
  • Cigna
  • Aetna
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • United Healthcare

Pay out-of-pocket

The Empowerment Lab has not provided out-of-pocket fees. Get in contact for more information.

Locations

The Empowerment Lab LLC
Petersburg, VA 23803-4541
Video Office

Frequently asked questions

Is The Empowerment Lab accepting new clients and do they offer online appointment requests? The Empowerment Lab is currently accepting new clients and can be booked on the Therapy Finder website. The Empowerment Lab also offers a free consultation.
Does The Empowerment Lab offer telehealth appointments? The Empowerment Lab does offer telehealth appointments. You can request to book a telehealth appointment with them on their Therapy Finder profile.
What areas does The Empowerment Lab specialize in? The Empowerment Lab specializes in the following areas: Adjustment Disorder, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Child or Adolescent, Depression, and Trauma.
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