Michelle Shannon, LPC
- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma and grief
- Client-centered counseling
About Michelle Shannon
Her approach centers on creating an open and supportive space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed without fear of judgment. She combines evidence-informed methods with a person-focused stance to help individuals explore patterns of thinking, cope with painful experiences, and move through transitions toward greater clarity and wellbeing. Areas of additional focus include communication problems, control issues, forgiveness, guilt and shame, isolation and loneliness, life purpose, post-traumatic stress, self-love, and women’s issues.
Michelle acknowledges that reaching out for help takes courage, and she frames the therapeutic process as collaborative work. Her aim is to support and empower people as they identify goals, build practical coping skills, and pursue a more fulfilling life path.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
Therapeutic Approach
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Michelle Shannon have?
Michelle Shannon has 15 years of professional experience.
Is Michelle Shannon a licensed therapist?
Yes. Michelle Shannon holds the LPC credential. Her license details are OR LPC C5637.
In which languages does Michelle Shannon provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Michelle Shannon located?
Michelle Shannon is located in Oregon.
How can I work with Michelle Shannon as my therapist?
You can work with Michelle Shannon through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Michelle Shannon work with international clients?
Michelle Shannon does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Michelle Shannon cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Michelle Shannon integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) when working with clients. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration, creating space for people to explore their values and goals while feeling heard. CBT focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, offering practical tools for managing anxiety, stress, and mood-related concerns.She also draws on techniques from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills when those tools match a client's needs. These approaches are presented in clear, practical ways so clients can experiment with new strategies between sessions.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Michelle works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which offer flexibility for people with busy schedules, limited local options, or mobility constraints. These formats make it easier to maintain continuity of care and to access support from licensed professionals in a way that fits everyday life.