- Addictions support
- Grief care
- Codependency help
About Shantra
Shantra Beane Gray is a licensed clinical mental health counselor (LCMHC) practicing in North Carolina with 22 years of experience. She helps people who are coping with addictions and grieving losses, offering steady support as they work toward healthier daily life. Shantra aims to make the first steps toward change feel less overwhelming.
She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be named and talked through. Sessions focus on what matters to the individual and on small, doable changes that add up over time. Shantra listens closely to each person's goals and tailors the work to those needs.
Her approach includes Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which helps people notice thoughts and move toward chosen values. She also uses client-centered methods that follow the person's pace and priorities. Mindfulness practices and motivational interviewing are woven in when useful to build awareness and motivation.
Many clients come wanting help with codependency, communication problems, domestic violence impacts, or drug and alcohol concerns. Shantra supports people coping with those issues and with grief related to loss.
She offers a calm, encouraging style meant to empower people rather than direct them. If take-the-first-step feels hard, Shantra helps plan practical next moves and keeps the focus on what each person can manage day by day.
Therapeutic approaches and online support
Shantra uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice difficult thoughts and still move toward the life they value. That approach is useful for addiction struggles and grief when the goal is to focus actions on what matters most rather than getting stuck in thoughts.She also draws on client-centered therapy, which means sessions follow the person's pace and priorities. This approach is practical for people who want a listening space that centers their goals and choices. Mindfulness techniques are sometimes used to build present-moment awareness and reduce automatic reactions.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shantra collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adjusts the mix of ACT, client-centered listening, and mindfulness based on what helps someone move forward.
The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, doing therapy online can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Licensed professionals can use these formats to keep progress steady while helping people build new habits and respond differently to cravings, loss, or relationship stress.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
North Carolina
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shantra focus on?
She helps people coping with addictions and grief, and also addresses codependency, communication problems, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is warm and nonjudgmental, focusing on listening and working at a pace that feels manageable for each person.
How many years of experience does she have?
She has 22 years of professional work experience in clinical settings and counseling roles.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LCMHC credential and is licensed in North Carolina.
Can I work with her if I live outside the United States?
Sessions are offered in English and she is not currently accepting international clients.
What formats are available for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started with therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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