Shannan Faust brings practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, trauma, and low mood.
01About Shannan
Shannan Faust brings practical, evidence-based techniques to help people manage stress, anxiety, addiction challenges, trauma, and low mood. She is licensed as an LPCC, and she focuses on creating straightforward plans that fit each person’s needs. Sessions aim to build skills for coping, increase confidence, and improve day-to-day functioning.
Shannan draws on four years of clinical experience working with common struggles like self-esteem, motivation, and recovery from traumatic events. She approaches conversations with respect and sensitivity and adapts the pace to what the person needs.
Background and approach
That means clearer goals and steps that feel doable. She also addresses related concerns such as attachment issues, communication problems, guilt and shame, and feelings of isolation or loneliness. Work may include building healthier habits, improving how someone connects with others, and learning strategies to reduce impulsivity and workplace stress.
Shannan pays attention to how life purpose, self-love, and forgiveness affect recovery and wellbeing. Sessions are practical and goal-oriented while keeping the person’s values in view. Progress is tracked in small, measurable ways so improvements are easier to notice.
People meet through video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging. Those options let people pick what fits their schedule and comfort. Shannan supports English-speaking clients located in California and uses a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
02Credentials
- LPCC (California)
- License 11912 · expires July 2026
- NPI
- 1790244135 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
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04Online support
How evidence-based approaches translate to online care
Shannan uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skills. Cognitive behavioral strategies help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different ways of thinking and behaving, which can reduce anxiety and low mood. Exposure-based methods, when appropriate, guide gradual steps toward facing fears or trauma-related reminders to lessen avoidance and build confidence.Finding the right approach is part of the work. She will collaborate with clients to choose techniques that match their goals, needs, and comfort level. Together they adjust the plan over time so sessions feel useful and relevant.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video sessions let people use visual cues for deeper conversation. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in is needed. Live chat and text messaging offer brief, on-the-go support and a way to stay connected between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life and to keep working on goals across different situations.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem issues, and depression. Additional focus areas include attachment, communication, guilt and shame, and workplace concerns.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her approach is practical and evidence-based, with sessions tailored to each person. Conversations focus on clear steps, coping skills, and measurable progress.
What is her professional background?
She has four years of professional work experience helping people with mood, motivation, and trauma-related concerns. That background informs a straightforward, goal-oriented practice.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She holds the LPCC credential and is licensed in California.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can she work with international clients?
International clients are not currently accepted; sessions are provided to clients based on the therapist's licensed practice location.
What session formats are available?
Sessions can be conducted by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This lets people pick the format that best fits their routine and comfort.
How does cost and starting therapy work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to availability.
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