Shirley Subryan , LPC

Shirley Subryan is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with 11 years of clinical experience who is licensed to practice in the District of Columbia and Maryland. She focuses on supporting people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, grief and loss, and anger management. Her practice emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion while shaping conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s specific circumstances and goals.

Shirley tailors therapy to the individual, blending practical coping strategies with attentive listening so that clients feel seen and guided as they work toward greater well-being. She encourages those taking the first step toward change and remains a steady presence throughout the process, helping clients build skills, understand patterns, and move toward a more fulfilling life. Her approach is collaborative and client-centered, aiming to meet people where they are and to support meaningful progress over time.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Online Support

Shirley uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to common concerns such as anxiety, stress, trauma, and grief. One focus is on skills-based strategies that teach practical coping tools for managing stress, panic, and day-to-day anxiety. These techniques help clients identify triggers, practice breathing and grounding methods, and build routines that reduce distress.

Another focus is on trauma- and grief-informed work that helps people process difficult memories and emotions at a manageable pace. This approach supports emotional processing, meaning-making, and rebuilding a sense of safety and self-compassion after painful experiences.

Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Shirley partners with clients to explore their needs, goals, and preferences and to determine which methods fit best. Therapy is collaborative, with regular check-ins to adjust the approach as progress unfolds.

Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to access consistent support. These formats offer flexibility for scheduling, allow therapy to continue from different locations, and help clients maintain momentum between sessions with a licensed professional.