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Shirria McCullough, LCSW-C

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

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

4.5 stars
Clients are very satisfied with Shirria. View 9 reviews
Speaks English
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Maryland, South Carolina, and 1 more

Recent reviews

She has truly helped me view life in a different perspective, to identify what my triggers are and doing things that bring me joy.

Reviewed February 2022

She is exactly what I needed.

Reviewed February 2022

More about Shirria

  • 9 years' experience
  • Female
  • LCSW-C, LISW-CP, LCSW

I’m Shirria McCullough, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I had my first child at 17, and as a teenage mother it was the support, understanding, and empathy of my mother and grandmother that got me to where I am today. As an adult, I recognize how crucial support, understanding, and empathy can be during times of uncertainty, sadness, overwhelm, and disappointment.

Understanding, empathy, and support are the characteristics I stand on and the foundations of my practice with others. I am committed to helping young adults and adults overcome mental health challenges that limit your quality of life. I believe in taking a collaborative approach while helping clients overcome challenges, reach goals, and enhance life!

I am passionate about creating a therapeutic alliance that builds trust and inspires change for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, financial related stress, anxiety, or depression as well as work-related stress, or life adjustments.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Self esteem Career difficulties Depression Coping with life changes Parenting issues Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD Blended family issues Communication problems Control issues Family of origin issues Midlife crisis Money and financial issues Panic disorder and panic attacks Polyamory / non-monogamous relationships Postpartum depression Pregnancy and childbirth Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) Self-love Women's issues Young adult issues

Treatment Approaches

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Client-Centered Therapy
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Solution-Focused Therapy

Licenses

Shirria McCullough's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1811243959.

  • LCSW-C · Maryland · 26835 · Expires October 2025
  • LISW-CP · South Carolina · 13846 · Expires December 2024
  • LCSW · Virginia · 0904009519 · Expires June 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 Shirria McCullough

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

Overall rating:

4.5

9 reviews

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Clients mention: Helped Helpful Attentive Comfortable Excellent Helping Perfect Professional Supportive Thankful

She has truly helped me view life in a different perspective, to identify what my triggers are and doing things that bring me joy.

Reviewed February 2022

She is exactly what I needed.

Reviewed February 2022

Shirria is very welcoming and friendly and helps every session feel comfortable.

Reviewed January 2022

This therapist was professional as and allowed me to express myself in a natural way. The flow of conversation was perfect and so was the feedback given. She would be an excellent choice for anyone seeking therapy services.

Reviewed January 2022

Very friendly and responds to humor well and doesn’t seem judge mental or too serious but offers very helpful words to encourage my growth

Reviewed December 2021

Her open-mindedness is her strength and has really helped me understand my thoughts and how to navigate some of my life experiences. It’s hard finding a therapist suited for one’s self, but I’m thankful she was assigned to me. I look forward to our sessions because Shirria asks questions that are thought provoking and helpful. I’m learning a lot through Shirria.

Reviewed December 2021

Thank you Shirria for helping me through this time in my life.

Reviewed December 2021

She was supportive and informative. I am new to this and she made me feel like I wasn't judged.. I enjoyed speaking with her and she seemed to be really down to earth. I look forward to our next session.

Reviewed December 2021

She was quite splendid. Was very attentive to listening to my troubles and asked many questions that i felt i needed.

Reviewed November 2021

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Frequently asked questions

Does Shirria McCullough offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Shirria McCullough 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 Shirria McCullough speak?

Shirria McCullough speaks English.

How many years of experience does Shirria McCullough have?

Shirria McCullough has 9 years of experience.

Where is Shirria McCullough licensed to practice?

Shirria McCullough is licensed to practice in Maryland, South Carolina, and Virginia.

Does Shirria McCullough accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Shirria McCullough 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 Shirria McCullough offer?

Shirria McCullough offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.

How can I communicate with Shirria McCullough?

Shirria McCullough 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 Shirria McCullough?

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.

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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.