Shakiya Harrison

Shakiya Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who focuses on supporting people facing serious life transitions. She works with individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, mood disorders, trauma, grief, and end-of-life concerns. Shakiya draws on a decade of experience to help people find clearer ways to cope and move forward.

She earned a Bachelor of Social Work from Virginia State University and a Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University. Over roughly ten years of practice she has supported people living with chronic illness, life-sustaining medical conditions, and the challenges that come with aging. Her background also includes work with substance use, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, PTSD, and related mental health concerns.

Shakiya practices in a straightforward, respectful style. She listens first, then helps set achievable goals. Methods she uses include cognitive behavioral techniques, acceptance-oriented ideas, client-centered work, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. She also uses solution-focused and task-centered strategies and crisis intervention when needed.

People who choose her can expect practical tools and short-term strategies alongside deeper exploration when it helps. She aims to empower people to manage symptoms, improve day-to-day functioning, and respond to life changes with more confidence. Sessions are offered by chat, email, phone, and virtual meetings.

Her approach is collaborative and adaptive, shaped by each person’s needs and values. She supports English-speaking clients in Virginia and is open to working with international clients through online options.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice uncomfortable thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, then commit to actions that match their values. It can be useful for grief, chronic illness, anxiety, and life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and trying alternatives, often with practical homework to change behavior and reduce symptoms. It is commonly used for anxiety, depression, sleep, and addiction. Client-Centered Therapy prioritizes the person’s own experience, with the therapist offering empathy and nonjudgmental listening to help people find their own solutions.

Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with each person to pick methods that fit their goals, comfort level, and daily life. That may mean trying a few approaches and adjusting as progress is made.

Shakiya offers online options such as phone and virtual sessions as noted in her background; she also uses chat and email for some kinds of check-ins. Check the current session options before booking to confirm what formats are available. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed, while still focusing on practical skills and coping strategies.