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Shawnene Weeks , LCSW

Therapist in Louisiana

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About Shawnene

Shawnene Weeks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Louisiana with eight years of experience supporting people through complex emotional challenges. She focuses on a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem, depression, life transitions, LGBT issues, relationship and family dynamics, trauma and abuse, anger, career questions, bipolar disorder, compassion fatigue, and ADHD.

Her practice also attends to adoption and foster care matters, caregiver stress, codependency, drug and alcohol addiction, family problems, guilt and shame, impulsivity, midlife concerns, personality disorders, social anxiety and phobia, and women's issues. Drawing on an affirming, culturally aware approach, Shawnene creates a space where people can explore their experiences and develop practical strategies for change.

She blends collaborative, client-centered care with evidence-informed techniques such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and EMDR, tailoring interventions to each person's goals and circumstances. Emphasizing empowerment and resilience, she helps clients build coping skills, clarify priorities, and navigate recovery or relationship challenges at a pace that feels right. Her work aims to honor each individual's journey while supporting meaningful, sustainable progress.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and build small, practical steps toward those values - it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and life transitions by focusing on flexible, value-driven action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) teaches skills to identify and change unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors - it often helps with depression, anxiety, and coping with day-to-day challenges. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness - it can be particularly helpful for impulsivity, intense emotions, and relationship difficulties.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shawnene works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time so the plan remains aligned with progress and changing priorities.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging - allowing clients to connect in ways that suit their schedules and comfort levels. For many people, this accessibility makes it easier to maintain consistency, practice new skills between sessions, and integrate therapy into everyday life while working with licensed professionals and therapists who tailor care to individual circumstances.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Shawnene Weeks have?

She has 8 years of clinical experience.

Is Shawnene Weeks a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the LCSW credential - Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and is licensed in Louisiana as LA LCSW 14247.

In which languages does Shawnene Weeks provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shawnene Weeks located?

She is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Shawnene Weeks as my therapist?

Clients can work with her through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shawnene Weeks work with international clients?

Shawnene Weeks does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shawnene Weeks cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisPersonality disordersSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-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

8+ years

Licensed

Louisiana

Languages

English

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