Shanna Gonzalez
Compassionate, practical therapy for life transitions
LCSW New York
- Experience
- 10 years in practice
- Focus areas
- Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
- Approaches
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Attachment-Based Therapy
- Languages
- English
About Shanna
Shanna Gonzalez is a New York licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of professional experience guiding people through stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and shifts in motivation and self-esteem.
Background and approach
She draws on a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor conversations and care to each person's situation, working to help clients identify practical steps toward greater confidence and emotional stability. Known for an approach marked by respect, sensitivity, and compassion, she frames therapy as a collaborative process.
Shanna prioritizes individualized treatment planning so sessions reflect unique needs and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all model. She emphasizes the courage it takes to pursue change and positions herself as a supportive partner in clients' efforts to build a more fulfilling life.
Her practice also addresses a wide array of concerns including grief, addiction, career-related stress, intimacy issues, and attention-related challenges. With an emphasis on empowering clients, Shanna seeks to combine practical tools with deeper exploration of values and attachment patterns to help people move forward.
Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life
Shanna commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Attachment-Based Therapy into her work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, depression, and stress. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relational patterns shape current connections and emotional responses, which can be helpful for relationship difficulties, intimacy concerns, and patterns of avoidance.Choosing the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey, and Shanna approaches that choice collaboratively. She listens to each client's goals and preferences, discusses different methods, and adjusts the plan over time so the work aligns with changing needs and progress.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which provide flexibility for people balancing work, family, and other commitments. These formats make it easier to attend sessions from different locations and to use brief check-ins or messaging between appointments when helpful, supporting continuity of care and practical access to licensed professionals.
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Experience
10+ years
Licensed
New York
Languages
English