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Shira is a skilled mental health counselor supporting those in need to make positive and meaningful changes. Through a compassionate lens, she helps individuals and couples overcome issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, and relationship conflict.
My approach
Shira uses client-centered counseling to increase motivation and self-empowerment. She helps individuals reach short and long-term goals, and develop healthy coping skills to continue to improve quality of life. Therapeutic approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, DBT, motivational interviewing, and supportive therapy.
My focus
Shira has treated clients with substance abuse, co-occurring disorders, and behavioral/ mental health diagnoses. Shira has worked in outpatient and inpatient substance abuse and mental health clinics. Shira has experience working with all ages but specializes in adolescents to older adults, couples, and families.
My communication style
Shira works to create a calm attentive environment for sessions with clients that foster a sense of safety and trust. Shira is understanding and works to build rapport with her clients. She has a non-judgmental space with empathy and understanding.
My journey to mental healthcare
I am drawn to a career as a therapist because I have always had a desire to help others. I find fulfillment in listening to people, supporting them in their challenging times, and understanding their experiences. I am passionate about the mental health field and empathy to foster healing and growth. The opportunities I have to make a difference in someone’s life and be a part of the journey is rewarding to me.
My goals for you
Shira is client-centered and wants to help you accomplish your short and long-term goals by listening and suggesting goals/ working with you to figure out what is best for you. Making small short-term goals is a good way to get started with approaching goal-making.
My first session with you
Clients should expect introductions and discussion of policies and expectations. Shira will complete an intake process with client to get to know her clients better as well as reasons for coming to therapy.
