Shanta Atkinson

Shanta Atkinson is a highly qualified and experienced therapist, holding certifications as a Nationally Certified Counselor, Licensed Professional Counselor, and Licensed Substance Abuse Counselor in Texas. With a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of Texas at San Antonio, Shanta is dedicated to helping clients achieve a deeper level of understanding and acceptance of themselves. She tailors her therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of each client, drawing from a range of modalities including client-centered, solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Shanta’s ultimate goal is to equip her clients with the necessary tools for their mental health toolbox, empowering them to become their best selves. With expertise in areas such as anger/stress management, emotion regulation, grief/loss, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and existential concerns, Shanta has successfully worked with late adolescents, adults, and single-parent families from diverse backgrounds. As your therapist, Shanta will guide you in exploring past experiences, identifying personal strengths and weaknesses, and providing the motivation needed for positive change. She wants you to know that you are not alone during this challenging time in your life and aims to foster trust,