Imagine feeling weighed down by depression or haunted by the past, I know how challenging that can be. My journey into counseling began with a deep desire to support those struggling with these exact burdens. I am passionate about creating a compassionate, personalized space where healing happens. You are not alone; I am ready to walk with you and offer practical strategies to help you heal and grow.
Client Focus
Session Format: Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Senior, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) Helps people accept difficult thoughts and feelings instead of fighting them, while committing to actions that reflect their values. It blends mindfulness with practical behavior strategies.
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) One of the most widely used approaches, CBT helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and replace them with healthier patterns. It is effective for anxiety, depression, and many other concerns.
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Combines CBT with mindfulness to help regulate emotions, tolerate stress, and build stronger relationships. Originally designed for borderline personality disorder, it’s now used more broadly.
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Focuses on strengthening emotional bonds in couples or families. It helps people identify negative cycles and create more secure connections.
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) A structured therapy that uses guided eye movements to help process traumatic memories. It is widely recognized for treating PTSD and trauma-related conditions.
Approach Description: I use an integrated, client-centered approach that blends evidence-based therapies. I draw on CBT and DBT to help change unhelpful behaviors, while using ACT and EFT to foster emotional acceptance and processing. I tailor every session to your unique needs, whether we are addressing deep-rooted trauma or daily life stressors.
Education & Credentials
Shauna Richardson LAC
- Female
- License # LAC-23825
- Licensed in Arizona
- Practicing Since 2024
Finances
Fees
- Average Session Fee $125
- Accepts Insurance
- Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS), Cigna/Evernorth, UnitedHealthcare (Student Resources & UHC/UBH) Wellfleet.
Shauna Richardson Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available In-Person in Mesa, AZ 85206 and Tempe, AZ 85282
- Available Online for residents of Arizona
- Online Therapy Details: Telehealth sessions are conducted through our secure SimplePractice platform. Before your appointment, you will receive a link to join your session and can simply click it at the scheduled time to connect with me.
My counseling practice is rooted in the belief that healing requires a compassionate, personalized, and effective approach. I work with adults experiencing a wide range of challenges, from anxiety and depression to PTSD, addictions, and grief. When you step into therapy with me, your needs come first; I utilize an integrated blend of evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), EMDR, and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). Together, we will build practical strategies to help you navigate daily life, confront deep-rooted trauma, and reclaim your strength.