Shannon Minnick Counseling

Shannon Minnick is a dedicated licensed professional counselor (LPC) who specializes in working with adolescents and their families. With over 16 years of experience, she has positively impacted the lives of hundreds of adolescents in various community mental health agencies and as a visiting school counselor, before transitioning to private practice. Shannon is equipped to assist with a range of issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, parent-child relationships, and identity development. She approaches her clients with sincere warmth, kindness, and positive regard. Her holistic method encompasses mind, body, and spirit, utilizing both strengths-based and evidence-based interventions to foster positive well-being. Throughout her career, Shannon has collaborated with some of the region's most respected family agencies, such as Kidspeace, Pinebrook Family Answers, and Valley Youth House. Additionally, she has spent five years in school settings addressing various challenges, including peer conflicts, bullying, and emotional difficulties. Shannon is trained in Functional Family Therapy, Multi-Systemic Family Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, making her a compassionate and skilled partner in the journey toward healing.