Ariel Shea

Ariel Shea is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) committed to helping individuals navigate feelings of overwhelm, disconnection, and lack of motivation. For many, the recent challenges in redefining relationships, work, school, and parenting have bred feelings of stress, anxiety, self-doubt, loneliness, and depression. Ariel believes that therapy can be a transformative journey, guiding clients to identify and address unhelpful life patterns while fostering insight and confidence in coping strategies. Her passion lies in working with adolescents, young adults, and adult women, providing a welcoming and inclusive space for open sharing. Ariel employs an integrative approach that emphasizes her clients' strengths, utilizing evidence-based strategies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and interpersonal connection. She cultivates a collaborative and empowering therapeutic environment. Additionally, Ariel offers skill-based techniques tailored for specific anxiety disorders, including Exposure Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and social anxiety. Through her guidance, clients gain deeper self-awareness, leading to enhanced control over their lives and improved confidence in managing life's myriad challenges. Ariel firmly believes that even in the toughest times, each person has inherent strengths to build upon, and she strives to increase her clients' awareness of their thoughts and bodily sensations, ultimately fostering a greater sense of connection.