Shanna Scott , LPC

Shanna Scott, LPC, works with adults who are dealing with stress, anxiety, grief, low self-esteem, depression, and big life changes. She offers a steady, practical approach and aims to help people regain a sense of purpose and confidence. Her tone is collaborative and direct, focused on clear goals and steady progress.

Shanna brings 12 years of professional experience in mental health care. Much of her work has been in correctional settings and in community mental health, including six years on a Criminal Justice Team. There she supported people with co-occurring conditions such as mood disorders, trauma, and addiction, and helped with case management and resource connections.

Sessions center on building rapport and using straightforward tools. She adapts techniques to each person's needs, helping clients learn coping skills, set achievable goals, and work through painful memories or difficult behavior patterns. The approach is practical and paced to what the client can handle.

Shanna emphasizes collaboration. She helps clients identify strengths and values, then uses those as a foundation for change. Expect conversations that focus on real-life strategies for managing stress, improving communication, and navigating workplace or family-related strain.

Shanna practices as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado. She works with people who are exploring life purpose, recovering from trauma, addressing substance concerns, or wanting better emotional balance. Sessions are held in English and tailored to each individual’s situation.

How therapeutic methods translate to online care

Shanna uses several evidence-based approaches in straightforward ways. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on spotting unhelpful thoughts and testing them with real-life experiments to change mood and behavior. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify values, accept difficult feelings, and take small steps toward a more meaningful life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and better interpersonal communication.

Choosing the right approach is a team effort. The therapist will discuss what feels most useful and adjust methods as progress is made. Sessions begin with goals and a plan, then adapt to the client's needs, pace, and preferences so work stays relevant and doable.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to make care more flexible. Video is good for deeper conversation and visual cues. Phone sessions can work when bandwidth is limited or when a quieter check-in fits a busy day. Live chat and messaging are useful for shorter check-ins, homework ideas, or when writing feels easier than speaking. These options help people fit therapy into work, childcare, or other life demands while keeping the focus on practical progress and coping skills.