Shawn Ashworth , MD, LCPC

Shawn Ashworth is a Maryland-based therapist with more than 31 years of experience helping people manage stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, anger, low self-esteem, and ADHD. She also addresses issues such as body image, commitment worries, communication problems, and concerns that often affect women. Her style is direct and encouraging, aimed at practical steps people can use right away.

Shawn keeps sessions focused and collaborative. She helps clients spot their strengths, set clear goals, and try small, doable changes. Conversations are solution-oriented and geared toward producing results that fit daily life.

Her background combines medical and counseling perspectives. She holds an MD and is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - LCPC - which gives her a broad view of emotional and behavioral concerns. That mix informs how she looks at symptoms, routines, and relationships.

Shawn draws on evidence-based techniques to tailor treatment to each person. Sessions often include skill-building, problem solving, and practicing new ways of handling conflict or stress. The work is practical and paced to each person's needs.

She pays special attention to issues that touch self-worth and identity, like forgiveness, guilt, social anxiety, and isolation. Shawn also supports people facing divorce, separation, or the aftermath of domestic violence. The aim is clearer thinking, steadier emotion, and stronger daily habits.

How evidence-based approaches work online

Shawn uses practical, evidence-based techniques that translate well to remote care. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps people spot unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors; it is useful for anxiety, low mood, and social fears. Solution-Focused work centers on identifying small, realistic goals and building steps toward them, which can speed up progress on stress and relationship problems.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shawn will talk with each person about goals, preferences, and day-to-day challenges, then tailor methods to fit those needs. The plan can shift over time as progress and preferences become clearer.

Online sessions are offered by video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to give flexibility. Video mimics an in-person conversation for deeper work, phone can be easier when bandwidth is limited, live chat or text are useful for brief check-ins or when a shorter touchpoint fits a busy day. These options make it easier to keep therapy consistent around work, family, and other obligations.