Shannon Flaherty Gibbons, LCSW
Experienced California therapist for stress and relationships
- 26 years experience
- LCSW California
- Stress and relationship care
About Shannon Flaherty Gibbons
Shannon Flaherty Gibbons is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in California with 26 years of professional experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress and anxiety, navigate relationship challenges, address parenting concerns, and build motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Her long clinical background supports a steady, experienced approach to common life struggles and transitions.
In sessions she emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. That supportive stance is intended to help clients explore patterns, clarify values, and develop practical coping strategies without fear of criticism. Shannon frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person’s pace and priorities.
Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, she offers steady guidance and encouragement for those aiming toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Her practice centers on listening carefully, validating experience, and helping clients take concrete steps forward toward their goals.
In sessions she emphasizes creating an open, nonjudgmental atmosphere where thoughts and feelings can be expressed honestly. That supportive stance is intended to help clients explore patterns, clarify values, and develop practical coping strategies without fear of criticism. Shannon frames therapy as a collaborative process that honors each person’s pace and priorities.
Recognizing that seeking help takes courage, she offers steady guidance and encouragement for those aiming toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Her practice centers on listening carefully, validating experience, and helping clients take concrete steps forward toward their goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDissociationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Mindfulness Therapy Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shannon Flaherty Gibbons have?
Shannon Flaherty Gibbons has 26 years of professional experience.
Is Shannon Flaherty Gibbons a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are CA LCSW 20321.
In which languages does Shannon Flaherty Gibbons provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Shannon Flaherty Gibbons located?
She is located in California.
How can I work with Shannon Flaherty Gibbons as my therapist?
You can work with Shannon Flaherty Gibbons through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shannon Flaherty Gibbons work with international clients?
Shannon Flaherty Gibbons does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shannon Flaherty Gibbons 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
Shannon integrates Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, and client-centered techniques into her work to support emotional growth and practical change. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps individuals notice painful thoughts and feelings without getting overwhelmed by them, and focuses on taking action guided by personal values - it is useful for stress, anxiety, and motivation challenges. Attachment-Based Therapy explores early relationship patterns and how they influence current connections, which can be helpful for relationship concerns, parenting issues, and difficulties with trust and closeness. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a warm, empathetic therapeutic relationship where the client’s perspective leads the work - this approach supports self-esteem, confidence, and decisions about life changes.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon works with each person to identify which methods fit their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adjusting strategies over time as needs evolve. Licensed professionals often blend techniques to match what is most helpful.
Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions can take place by video call or phone, and there are options for live chat or text-based messaging. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, access support from home or work, and maintain continuity of care when life is changing.
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