Online in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington
(Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Shira Collings (she/they). I am a feminist, neurodiversity affirming, queer and trans affirming, fat affirming, and disability justice aligned therapist. I am passionate about supporting people in living a life that is aligned with their true values, and healing from both external and internalized oppression that may be impacting their well-being. My therapeutic approach is primarily based in person-centered and feminist approaches. This means I strive to create a space in which clients can express their full, authentic selves and share their stories without shame or judgment. I also have training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction. Additionally, I regularly incorporate self-compassion, expressive arts, philosophy and pop culture, and self-advocacy skills into my approach.
Client Focus
Session Format: Couple, Family, Individual sessions.
Age Specialty: Adult, Children, Teen, Young Adult
Demographic Expertise: Jewish, LGBTQ+, Persons with Disabilities, Women clients.
Treatment Approach
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Feminist
- Ketamine Therapy
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Relational Psychotherapy
- Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Education & Credentials
Shira Collings MS, LPC
- Female, Non-Binary
- License # PC016118
- Licensed in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Washington
- Practicing Since 2020
Education: I received my M.S. in Counseling and Psychology with a specialization in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University in 2021. I have specialized training in eating disorders, neurodiversity, trauma, religious trauma, and grief and loss.
Finances
Fees
- Affordable sliding scale therapy: apply if you may be eligible.
- We offer sliding scale therapy to those who have barriers to affording the full rate.
- Out of Network
Shira Collings Practice Details
Therapy Sessions
- Available Online for residents of New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Washington
- Online Therapy Details: Simple Practice
My specializations include eating disorders, disordered eating, and body image, as well as neurodiversity affirming therapy, LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, grief and loss, and trauma, including religious trauma. As a neurodivergent, queer diet culture dropout myself, I know firsthand the impact that ableism, cisheterosexism, and anti-fatness can have on our mental health. I believe that we should never have to heal from the trauma and oppression that we face in this world alone. I would be honored to be a part of your journey.