Shannan OConnor

Shannan OConnor is a licensed marriage and family therapist who helps people facing stress, anxiety, anger, and relationship strain. She works with adults who are dealing with grief, career changes, parenting pressures, and intimacy or family concerns. Her approach centers on recognizing each person's strengths and using those strengths to move forward.

Shannan believes people are the experts in their own stories. She offers steady support while encouraging practical steps toward change. The work in sessions is straightforward and goal-focused, with time spent talking through current problems and making small, realistic plans for relief.

With five years of professional experience and a California LMFT credential, Shannan draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address trauma, panic attacks, and mood concerns like depression. She also helps with caregiver stress, guilt and shame, isolation, and multicultural issues. Sessions aim to reduce distress and build coping skills that fit everyday life.

Clients can expect a collaborative tone where the therapist listens carefully and helps set achievable goals. Shannan emphasizes self-compassion and practical tools for handling difficult emotions. She supports people in exploring changes they want and planning steps to get there.

Shannan offers services in English and accepts international clients. To begin, individuals select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. Costs vary with location and the subscription can be canceled at any time.

Approaches and how online work can help

Shannan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and emotional understanding. One common approach involves helping people identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then testing new ways of thinking and acting to reduce anxiety or anger. This method is useful for panic, social anxiety, and everyday worry.

Another approach centers on building strengths and coping skills through problem-solving and behavioral strategies. Sessions break difficult goals into smaller steps and practice tools for managing stress, compassion fatigue, and caregiver burden. This can make big problems feel more manageable.

Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Shannan will collaborate with each person to choose techniques that match their needs, goals, and preferences. She listens to what matters most and adjusts the plan as progress happens.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, shorten check-ins when time is tight, or avoid travel to an office. Many people find remote sessions help maintain momentum between appointments while still allowing practical work on anger, relationships, and coping skills.