Shannon Long, LPC

Shannon Long is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and the everyday challenges of parenting and relationships. She speaks plainly and listens closely so people can name what they’re struggling with and start practical changes. Her style is warm and respectful, and she avoids labels that feel shameful or limiting.

Shannon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people notice thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and try different ways of responding. She also draws on client-centered and mindfulness approaches to keep sessions grounded in the client's experience. Sessions aim to be collaborative and goal-oriented, with clear steps between meetings.

Over 11 years she has worked across a range of concerns including trauma and abuse, addictions, bipolar disorder, eating and body-image issues, ADHD, grief, and anger. She has also supported people with adoption and foster care questions, attachment and developmental concerns, and gender-related stress. Her experience includes individual work and group settings.

Shannon practices in South Carolina and conducts sessions in English. She offers a mix of formats so people can choose what fits their life, whether shorter check-ins or longer weekly sessions. Costs vary by location and use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session when a time is available. Shannon will help set goals and plan next steps in the first meetings.

How Shannon’s approaches work in online therapy

Shannon commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and practice new responses. CBT is practical and goal-driven, and it’s often used for anxiety, depression, and mood concerns. She also uses client-centered techniques that focus on listening and reflecting so people feel heard and understood. Mindfulness therapy is used to teach simple attention and breathing practices that reduce reactivity and support emotional regulation.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon will talk with the client about symptoms, goals, and what has or hasn’t worked before, and then recommend methods to try. She adjusts the plan as sessions progress so the work fits the client’s needs and preferences.

Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions allow face-to-face conversation and visual cues, while phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and messaging work well for brief check-ins, coaching-style support, or when someone prefers typed communication. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life, offering flexibility for different schedules and rhythms.