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Shawnene Weeks, LCSW

Compassionate Louisiana LCSW for life changes
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Addiction support
  • Women's and caregiver issues

About Shawnene Weeks

Shawnene Weeks is a licensed therapist in Louisiana who supports people navigating complex emotional landscapes. She specializes in helping individuals address social anxiety, stress, depression, and life transitions with a blend of clinical knowledge and empathetic care. Weeks pays particular attention to women's experiences, caregiver stress, and the relational dynamics that influence personal well-being, offering a compassionate space for clients to explore their concerns and goals.

Her work is collaborative and individualized, focusing on empowerment and cultural sensitivity as clients develop practical strategies for growth. Weeks draws on experience working with addiction recovery, self-esteem challenges, family dynamics, and trauma to help people find clearer direction and build resilience. As an LCSW, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, she integrates professional training with responsive support to guide each person toward greater understanding and meaningful change.

Throughout her practice she emphasizes personalized care that honors a client’s unique story, helping them develop tools to cope with life changes, manage emotions, and pursue healthier relationships and daily functioning.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

LGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsGuilt and shameImpulsivityMidlife crisisPersonality disordersSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic Approach

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shawnene Weeks have?

Shawnene Weeks has 8 years of experience.

Is Shawnene Weeks a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. License details are LA LCSW 14247.

In which languages does Shawnene Weeks provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shawnene Weeks located?

She is located in Louisiana.

How can I work with Shawnene Weeks as my therapist?

You can work with Shawnene Weeks through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shawnene Weeks work with international clients?

Shawnene Weeks does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shawnene Weeks 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.

Evidence-Informed Approaches for Online Therapy

Shawnene Weeks uses several evidence-informed methods to guide online work, tailoring them to each client’s needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT, helps people clarify their values and build psychological flexibility by learning to accept difficult thoughts and commit to meaningful actions; it is useful for stress, anxiety, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors through practical skills and structured exercises, which can support depression, anxiety, and coping with everyday challenges. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens deeply and helps clients find their own solutions, a helpful approach for building self-esteem and exploring identity.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Weeks works with clients to assess goals, preferences, and presenting concerns and adjusts methods over time so treatment fits each person’s situation. Licensed professionals often combine techniques to best support progress.

Online sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for varied schedules and needs. This range of options makes it easier to access therapeutic support from home or work and to maintain continuity of care during life changes.

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