- Strengths-based care
- Practical coping skills
- Parent support
About Shauna
Shauna Stimmel is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Idaho. She holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and brings eight years of crisis-care experience to her work. Shauna aims to help people build resilience, strengthen identity, and find more joy in everyday life.
Shauna uses practical, evidence-informed methods while also honoring clients' personal beliefs. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to the person, spotting strengths, and learning clear skills for coping. She sees both adolescents and adults and supports parents who want better communication and help understanding behaviors.
Her background includes work with anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, and stress. She also addresses concerns such as codependency, addiction, dissociation, and challenges tied to adoption or foster care. Shauna brings creativity and direct problem-solving to complicated situations.
In the room she aims to be nonjudgmental and accepting of all identities and belief systems. Therapy typically moves at the client's pace, with a mix of talking, skill practice, and targeted exercises. Goals often include clearer self-understanding and practical tools for daily life.
Shauna guides people toward better emotional balance and longer-term coping strategies. She helps parents navigate conflict and access community resources when needed. Those interested in exploring therapy with her are encouraged to consider whether her style and focus feel like a good fit.
How therapeutic approaches guide online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's own goals and perspective. The therapist listens deeply, reflects what she hears, and helps the person discover solutions that feel right for them. This approach is useful for building confidence and clarifying values.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts, feelings, and actions connect. It uses short exercises and practical homework to change unhelpful patterns and manage anxiety or depression. This method gives clear steps people can practice between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapy process, and Shauna works with clients to choose what fits best. She will discuss goals, preferences, and the issues at hand to decide whether to emphasize skill work, deeper exploration, or trauma-focused methods. That decision is collaborative and may shift over time.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people use video or other formats that match their comfort with being on camera. Ask about what formats are available when you schedule so you can plan sessions that fit your life.
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Experience
8+ years
Credentials
Idaho
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem, and family concerns. Additional areas include codependency, addiction, adoption and foster care issues, and feelings of isolation or emptiness.
What is her therapy style like?
Her approach is nonjudgmental and client-centered, combining practical skill-building with deeper self-reflection. Sessions often mix talking, hands-on exercises, and tools to use between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Shauna has eight years of experience, including crisis-care work. That background informs her work with complex and acute concerns.
What credentials and where is she licensed?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor, credentialed as LPC in Idaho. She also holds a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Which languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the match and scheduling details.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. That questionnaire helps pair you with a therapist who fits your needs.
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