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Shannon Rick

Shannon Rick, LCSW

Therapist in New York

Practical, skills-focused therapy for everyday challenges

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  • Goal oriented
  • Skills building
  • Client centered

About Shannon

Shannon Rick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who helps people manage issues like anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship strain, and grief. She also supports clients facing stress, parenting challenges, ADHD, trauma, and intimacy-related concerns. Shannon focuses on practical skills and steady progress rather than labels or quick fixes.

Shannon uses a client-centered, solution-focused stance. She listens first, then helps people set clear goals. Sessions often include building communication skills, strengthening self-esteem, and learning ways to cope with life changes.

Her work draws on cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and strengths-based techniques. Shannon helps people notice unhelpful thinking patterns, try small behavior changes, and stay motivated to reach their goals. Mindfulness and emotion regulation skills can be woven into the plan when useful.

Shannon has four years of clinical experience as an LCSW in New York. She aims to understand each person’s whole life story and create a treatment approach that fits daily demands and values. Progress is tracked through small, achievable steps.

People who choose Shannon usually want straightforward, practical work. She emphasizes collaboration and skill-building so clients leave sessions with tools they can use between meetings. If you want to talk through relationship or jealousy concerns, she can help you explore patterns and options without judgment.

How Shannon’s Approaches Work Online

Shannon uses cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing as core parts of her work. Cognitive behavioral therapy helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and try small behavior changes to reduce anxiety or low mood. Motivational interviewing focuses on strengthening a person’s own reasons for change and building momentum toward goals.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon will ask about current struggles, goals, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together the client and therapist decide which tools to try and adjust the plan as progress is made.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. Many people also find they can practice skills in real time between sessions, making the work more practical and habit-focused.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

AddictionsFamily conflictsAnger managementSelf esteemCoping with life changes

Also works with

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Shannon commonly address?

She works with anxiety, depression, addictions, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, trauma, stress, and parenting challenges, among other concerns.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her style is client-centered and solution-focused, emphasizing clear goals, practical skills, and collaborative planning.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has four years of experience working as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in New York.

What credential and location information is available?

She holds an LCSW credential and practices in New York.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Are international clients accepted for online work?

International clients are not currently accepted.

How are costs and billing handled?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

What is the first step to begin therapy?

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