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Shaakira Gillette, LCSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Shaakira is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

5.0 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shaakira. View 10 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Pennsylvania

Recent reviews

I was always skeptical about doing therapy because of having therapists that didn’t help too much and almost gave up until I was paired with Shaakira. She has been amazing from our first session to now. She really listens to you and helps me to uncover things about myself. She thoroughly explains her methods so that I can understand how to move forward in life in a practical way that suits my lifestyle. I recommend her to anybody and everybody

Reviewed September 2023

Shaakira is friendly, open, understanding, nonjudgmental. She has been wonderful at connecting me with additional resources and educational material that has made a big difference for my life.

Reviewed September 2023

More about Shaakira

  • 10 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW

We HEALING!!

Welcome to the EXPERIENCE...This is NOT the same Western Philosophy to therapy. We are HEALING the entire Bio-field!!! I promote CHANGE and our journey is an Experience.

I combine mindfulness, cognitive therapy, sound frequency, introspective exercises and psycho-education to create powerful change. It is energy....we are all connected through energy. The relationship that you have with your self is projected in every interpersonal relationship, in your life. You will see where you are in relation to self, by your external relationships.

I believe in creating what you want to see in your life. We will focus on the physical & mental connection during treatment. Mindfulness has been proven to improve overall health, memory, concentration and focus while lessening emotional reactivity & anger. I utilize metaphysics, meditation & hypnotherapy to promote understanding of your subconscious mind. Together, we identify any core beliefs or past trauma that could be hindering the healing process.

I look forward to guiding you through your path of introspection, reflection, clarity and revelation.

Our Initial Assessment covers Behavioral health history, challenges, and wellness goals.

Coaching will be provided around mindfulness, diet, lifestyle, energy connection, and more.

Healing will be promoted through the 5 elements of life:

~Water, (Nurturing & Purifying energy)

~Earth, (Grounding)

~Fire, (Body, immune systems, chakra's, lymphatic system)

~Air, (Divine Spirit)

As your practitioner I will pull from psychodynamic modalities, shadow work , mindfulness, and so much more.

Welcome to the Journey

See you soon...on the couch!

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Addictions Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Depression Family conflicts Grief Intimacy-related issues Eating disorders Sleeping disorders Attachment issues First responder issues Self-harm Self-love Sexual assault and abuse Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Hypnotherapy
  • Mindfulness Therapy
  • Trauma-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shaakira Gillette's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1609322437.

  • LCSW · Pennsylvania · CW021870 · Expires February 2025

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling allows you to receive care from a mental health practitioner via phone, video chat, or instant messaging. It is convenient for those who may have trouble getting to or would prefer not to have in-person therapy appointments. Starting at $65 per week, online counseling is generally more affordable than in-person counseling. A study by researchers at University of California, Berkeley found that online counseling can be just as effective as face-to-face therapy while being more convenient, affordable, and accessible.

Reviews for Shaakira Gillette

All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.

Overall rating:

5.0

10 reviews

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I was always skeptical about doing therapy because of having therapists that didn’t help too much and almost gave up until I was paired with Shaakira. She has been amazing from our first session to now. She really listens to you and helps me to uncover things about myself. She thoroughly explains her methods so that I can understand how to move forward in life in a practical way that suits my lifestyle. I recommend her to anybody and everybody

Reviewed September 2023

Shaakira is friendly, open, understanding, nonjudgmental. She has been wonderful at connecting me with additional resources and educational material that has made a big difference for my life.

Reviewed September 2023

Shaakira is always in my corner. Going through trauma is extremely difficult but I feel supported by Shaakira through this process of self discovery and forgiveness.

Reviewed May 2023

She is great at asking the right questions and makes me feel very comfortable. She has a variety of tools to help and is willing to try different things until you find the right method for you

Reviewed April 2023

Shaakira is fabulous and so wonderful. you will not be disappointed.

Reviewed November 2022

Shaakira, is very Pleasant, and she listened to what you have to say, and she is very respectful.

Reviewed November 2022

Shaakira is great. We are extremely compatible. She is easy to talk to and has helped me with my goals during my difficult time.

Reviewed November 2022

Therapy is something new to me. I was always unsure about how it would make me feel and what would come of it. Through this process Shaakira has made me feel very comfortable and understood. She is a miracle worker and is very good at her practice. I would highly recommend her to anybody who is on a soul healing journey!

Reviewed June 2022

I am very satisfied with my therapist

Reviewed May 2022

Shaakira is an amazing person and therapist! She really listens to what I'm saying and makes me feel very stable and secure when I am off balance. I love that she really takes the time to deeply problem solve, not just dwell on issues. I would strongly recommend her! It's difficult to find this type of mind/body/spirit therapy!

Reviewed January 2022

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shaakira Gillette offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shaakira Gillette works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Shaakira Gillette speak?

Shaakira Gillette speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shaakira Gillette have?

Shaakira Gillette has 10 years of experience.

Where is Shaakira Gillette licensed to practice?

Shaakira Gillette is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.

Does Shaakira Gillette accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shaakira Gillette does not accept clients outside of the United States.

Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?

Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

What treatment approaches does Shaakira Gillette offer?

Shaakira Gillette offers clients Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Hypnotherapy, Mindfulness Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shaakira Gillette?

Shaakira Gillette can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Shaakira Gillette?

Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.

Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.

And recovery is possible.

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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.