Shannon Williams
LPC
Straightforward support for stress and anger
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- Practical coping skills
- Attachment focus
- Goal oriented
About Shannon
Shannon Williams is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Georgia. He focuses on helping people who feel overwhelmed by stress, anger, anxiety, addiction, and grief. Shannon writes plainly and listens closely to understand what is most pressing for each person.
He frames sessions around clear goals and practical steps. Shannon uses methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and acceptance-based work to help people notice thought patterns and try new behaviors. He also draws on attachment-focused approaches to look at how relationships shape emotion and coping.
Shannon brings three years of clinical experience in a variety of settings. He has worked in private practice, a drug addiction and mental health hospital, and as a liaison with juvenile and family services. That range of roles contributes to a flexible style that adjusts to different needs and life stages.
In the room he aims to be direct and encouraging. Conversations move from what feels stuck to doable next steps, like new coping skills, relationship strategies, or planning around cravings and triggers. He describes counseling as both practical and hopeful.
Outside of clinical work Shannon runs a motivational blog and has published a book. Those interests influence his use of writing, reading, and reflective exercises in sessions when they fit a person’s goals.
He frames sessions around clear goals and practical steps. Shannon uses methods such as cognitive behavioral techniques and acceptance-based work to help people notice thought patterns and try new behaviors. He also draws on attachment-focused approaches to look at how relationships shape emotion and coping.
Shannon brings three years of clinical experience in a variety of settings. He has worked in private practice, a drug addiction and mental health hospital, and as a liaison with juvenile and family services. That range of roles contributes to a flexible style that adjusts to different needs and life stages.
In the room he aims to be direct and encouraging. Conversations move from what feels stuck to doable next steps, like new coping skills, relationship strategies, or planning around cravings and triggers. He describes counseling as both practical and hopeful.
Outside of clinical work Shannon runs a motivational blog and has published a book. Those interests influence his use of writing, reading, and reflective exercises in sessions when they fit a person’s goals.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
LGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
3+ years
Credentials
Georgia
Languages
English
Therapeutic approaches for online work and fit
Shannon uses cognitive behavioral ideas and acceptance-based work to help people name unhelpful thoughts and build different responses. CBT focuses on identifying thinking patterns and practicing new behaviors to ease symptoms like anxiety, anger, and low mood. ACT, or Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, helps people clarify what matters to them and take committed steps toward those values even when feelings are strong.Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Shannon will talk with each person about goals, past experiences, and what feels most useful. Together they try techniques and adjust the mix of approaches based on what leads to progress and what fits a person’s style.
The biography does not list specific online formats, so confirm available session types before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions around work, family, or travel. It can allow shorter check-ins when schedules are tight, reduce travel time, and let someone meet with a licensed professional from different locations. Ask about session length and scheduling options when you complete the matching questionnaire to find a setup that works with everyday life.
At a glance
- Listed location
- Georgia
- Experience
- 3+ years
- Credentials
- LPC
- Languages
- English
- License (Georgia)
- LPC · No. LPC009054
- NPI
- 1285171553
As listed by the therapist. You can check a license with the state board and an NPI with the national registry.
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does Shannon help with?
He works with issues such as stress, anxiety, addiction, depression, anger, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, sleeping and eating struggles, ADHD, and career or life transitions.
What is his general therapeutic style?
His style is direct and collaborative. He focuses on clear goals, practical skills, and exploring how relationships and thinking patterns affect daily life.
What training and background does he have?
He holds a Master of Science degree and is a Licensed Professional Counselor with three years of clinical experience across several settings.
Where is he located and licensed?
He practices in Georgia and is licensed as an LPC in that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English, and he is available to work with international clients.
What session formats are offered?
The original biography does not specify session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees and payments handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.
Before you start
- Online talk therapy is not a court-ordered or mandated anger-management course, and it does not provide attendance certificates.
- Check that the location and license details above fit where you live.
- If anyone is at risk of being harmed, contact emergency services or a domestic-abuse helpline first. See the support lines for the US, UK and Australia.