I’ve been working with Shawna for almost 5 months now, and she has been a great help! She helped me through an issue I’ve been stuck on for literal years. One of my biggest hang ups is being judged, and I have never once felt that way with her. Very approachable and relateable. You can tell that she works very hard to build a positive therapeutic relationship with everyone she works with, and genuinely cares. She’s helped me so much already. I bet she can do the same for you too!
Shawna Powell, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Shawna 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 Shawna. View 5 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Colorado
Recent reviews
Shawna is a great listener and has insightful ways to look at things that were very helpful. She’s kind and encouraging and compassionate.
More about Shawna
- 23 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
I believe that the things we have been through do not have to be in vain. I became a therapist because I wanted to use my own experiences to help others strive, not only to survive but to thrive after horrendous events. During an internship opportunity in my Master's degree program, I found that I as a survivor, as well as a professional, became incredibly empowered and motivated to embark upon social change. I have seen immense healing in so many areas of my career thus far and it just keeps growing. That was only the beginning of that realization of the potential we all have for healing within. Since this start, my vision has expanded and the experience I’ve gained in treating people with an eclectic approach. I always meet my clients where they are and include them in their treatment as experts on themselves. I’m looking forward to working with you on improving your quality of life!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Self esteem
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Intimacy-related issues
Parenting issues
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Compassion fatigue
Abandonment
Antisocial Personality
Attachment issues
Blended Family Issues
Body image
Cancer
Caregiver issues and stress
Chronic pain illness and disability
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment Issues
Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster
Dependent Personality
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Dissociation
Divorce and separation
Domestic Violence
Emptiness
Family of Origin Issues
Family Problems
First Responder Issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Immigration Issues
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Money and financial issues
Mood disorders
Multicultural Concerns
Narcissism
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Personality Disorders
Polyamory / Nonmonogamous Relationships
Postpartum Depression
Post-traumatic stress
Prejudice and Discrimination
Self-Harm
Self-love
Sexual Assault and Abuse
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Traumatic Brain Injury
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Shawna Powell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942648373.
- LPC · Colorado · LPC.0005618 · Expires August 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 Shawna Powell
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
I’ve been working with Shawna for almost 5 months now, and she has been a great help! She helped me through an issue I’ve been stuck on for literal years. One of my biggest hang ups is being judged, and I have never once felt that way with her. Very approachable and relateable. You can tell that she works very hard to build a positive therapeutic relationship with everyone she works with, and genuinely cares. She’s helped me so much already. I bet she can do the same for you too!
Shawna is a great listener and has insightful ways to look at things that were very helpful. She’s kind and encouraging and compassionate.
Love her. She is amazing and has helped me so much!!! I will forever keep going and always recommend her!!
I’ve been working with Shawna for only a few sessions now, but I’ve really enjoyed my time with her so far! I think she understands my problems and has the tools to really help me - it’s hard to give a blanket rating to a therapist because of how subjective and objectively personal each therapy relationship is, but I’m confident in her ability to help me, and I’d say there’s a real good chance she can make a difference in your life, too.
i absolutely love her so much. she has an amazing balance of helping while also being relatable and making the session feel like a safe space
Frequently asked questions
Does Shawna Powell offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Shawna Powell 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 Shawna Powell speak?
Shawna Powell speaks English.
How many years of experience does Shawna Powell have?
Shawna Powell has 23 years of experience.
Where is Shawna Powell licensed to practice?
Shawna Powell is licensed to practice in Colorado.
Does Shawna Powell accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Shawna Powell 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 Shawna Powell offer?
Shawna Powell offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Shawna Powell?
Shawna Powell 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 Shawna Powell?
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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Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.