- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Practical coping skills
About Shama
Shama Joshi is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) in Illinois who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, ADHD, and codependency. She focuses on individuals navigating major life changes and the everyday pressures that can build up over time. Her tone is collaborative and practical, aimed at people who want clear steps and steady support.
Shama listens for each person’s background and cultural context before suggesting ways forward. Sessions are meant to build clearer self-understanding and stronger communication skills. She uses hands-on strategies to manage overwhelming feelings and improve daily functioning.
Her work often centers on coping tools and small behavior changes that add up. Shama blends approaches like cognitive behavioral techniques and acceptance-based work to help people notice unhelpful patterns and try new responses. She also draws on attachment-focused ideas to look at how relationships shape emotions and reactions.
People who come for therapy with Shama can expect a direct but warm style. She will help set realistic goals, practice new skills between sessions, and track progress over time. The emphasis is on practical change and emotional awareness rather than quick fixes.
With nine years of experience, Shama brings steady clinical exposure to varied concerns including adoption and foster care, aging issues, autism spectrum concerns, caregiver stress, body image, and divorce or separation. Her approach is tailored to the person in front of her, not a one-size-fits-all plan.
How her approaches fit into online work
Shama uses a mix of approaches that aim to change what feels stuck and increase daily functioning. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and practicing new, more helpful actions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) teaches people to make room for difficult feelings while choosing actions that match their values. Attachment-Based Therapy looks at how early and close relationships shape how people relate now, helping them change interaction patterns and feel more connected.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Shama will talk with each person about their goals and preferences and try methods that fit those aims. That collaborative testing helps find what works best and makes adjustments along the way.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, cut travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when a quick update is helpful. Therapists can use chosen approaches to assign short between-session exercises, practice new communication skills, and track progress across weeks so therapy fits into everyday life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
9+ years
Credentials
Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Shama address?
She supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, and codependency, plus related challenges like caregiver stress, body image, and coping with life changes.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and practical, focusing on clear goals, skill practice, and exploring how past relationships affect current patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has nine years of experience working with a range of emotional and life-transition concerns.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is an LCSW, licensed in Illinois, and provides services to people located in that state.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions arranged and paid for?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I start therapy with her?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule based on therapist availability.
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