Shwanna Burton, LPC
Compassionate counselor for life transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Addictions recovery help
- Relationship and grief support
About Shwanna Burton
Shwanna Burton is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Georgia with six years of clinical experience. She specializes in addressing stress and anxiety, addictions, relationship challenges, grief and loss, depression, intimacy-related concerns, parenting struggles, anger, career issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, compassion fatigue, and coping with life transitions, along with a range of related focus areas such as attachment and abandonment issues, blended family dynamics, body image, caregiver stress, codependency, and divorce and separation.
Her approach centers on establishing an open, nonjudgmental space where people can express thoughts and feelings honestly and be met with empathy and understanding. She draws from client-centered techniques to support individuals in exploring their own values and goals, and uses evidence-informed strategies to help clients build coping skills and navigate change. Shwanna acknowledges that beginning therapy takes courage and respects each person’s pace in the process. As a Georgia-licensed LPC she combines professional training with a compassionate, practical stance aimed at helping people move forward through stressful or painful life experiences.
Her approach centers on establishing an open, nonjudgmental space where people can express thoughts and feelings honestly and be met with empathy and understanding. She draws from client-centered techniques to support individuals in exploring their own values and goals, and uses evidence-informed strategies to help clients build coping skills and navigate change. Shwanna acknowledges that beginning therapy takes courage and respects each person’s pace in the process. As a Georgia-licensed LPC she combines professional training with a compassionate, practical stance aimed at helping people move forward through stressful or painful life experiences.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Intimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommitment issuesControl issuesDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shwanna Burton have?
Shwanna Burton has 6 years of professional experience.
Is Shwanna Burton a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are GA LPC LPC014358.
In which languages does Shwanna Burton provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Shwanna Burton located?
She is located in Georgia.
How can I work with Shwanna Burton as my therapist?
You can work with Shwanna Burton through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shwanna Burton work with international clients?
Shwanna Burton does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shwanna Burton 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.
Approaches That Guide Online Care
Shwanna Burton blends client-centered work, cognitive behavioral strategies, and dialectical behavior techniques to tailor online care to each person. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, acceptance, and listening to help individuals explore their values and build a stronger sense of self while working through relationship or life transition concerns. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and developing practical skills to change thoughts and behaviors, often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers concrete skills for managing intense emotions, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process and is determined collaboratively. Shwanna partners with clients to assess needs, set goals, and adapt methods so therapy aligns with personal preferences and circumstances. Licensed professionals can use these frameworks flexibly depending on the situation.
Online therapy modalities such as video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging make it easier to fit care into a busy life. These options support scheduling flexibility, allow continuity of support across locations, and offer multiple ways for people to engage with therapy that suit their comfort and daily routines.