- client-centered
- practical strategies
- mindfulness informed
About Shakira
Shakira Thomas is an LPC practicing in Tennessee with seven years of clinical experience. She focuses on common struggles like stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and relationship problems. She emphasizes that each person knows their story best and brings strengths to work from. Shakira aims to support and empower people taking the first steps toward change.
Shakira uses straightforward conversation and active listening to help people clarify what matters most to them. She draws on Client-Centered Therapy to follow the client’s lead and build a trusting working relationship. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is used to identify unhelpful thinking and try practical strategies that can change mood and behavior.
She also incorporates elements of mindfulness to help with emotional regulation and present-moment awareness. Motivational Interviewing is part of how she helps people find their own reasons for change and build momentum. Existential ideas are offered when clients want to talk about meaning, purpose, or major life transitions.
In sessions she typically focuses on concrete steps and small experiments that can fit into daily life. She helps people practice new communication habits, set boundaries, manage anger, and cope with loss. When financial or money-related stress comes up, she helps clients talk through its emotional impact and practical next steps.
Her approach is collaborative: goals are set together and adjusted as progress is made. People who want clear, respectful guidance and practical tools often find this style helpful.
How her approaches translate to online work
Shakira commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her practice. Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, reflecting, and following the client’s priorities to build trust and clarity. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify unhelpful thoughts and tests small behavior changes to improve mood and daily functioning.She also brings mindfulness techniques into sessions to help people notice feelings without getting overwhelmed. These methods can help with stress, anxiety, relationship worries, grief, and anger by offering tools for calm and practical steps to change patterns. Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work; the therapist will collaborate with each person to shape goals and try methods that fit their needs and preferences.
Because session format options are not specified here, confirm current online session choices before booking. Many people appreciate online therapy for fitting sessions into a busy life, reducing travel time, and making it easier to keep short, regular check-ins. Online meetings can also make it simpler to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or other commitments, and allow focus on concrete skills and communication practice without needing to be away from daily responsibilities.
Areas of focus
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shakira help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, anger, and relationship issues, plus related areas like attachment, communication problems, and caregiver stress.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is collaborative and straightforward, combining client-centered listening with practical strategies from cognitive behavioral and solution-focused approaches.
How much experience does she have?
She has seven years of experience providing therapeutic support in Tennessee.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Tennessee.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are fees 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 her?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.