Shannon Langford

Compassionate, practical therapy for life's challenges

LIMHP Nebraska

Experience: 5 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Addictions, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Languages: English

About Shannon

Shannon Langford is a licensed independent mental health practitioner (LIMHP) based in Nebraska who helps people manage stress, anxiety, addictions, low self-esteem, depression, and major life changes.

Background and approach

She draws on five years of clinical experience to guide clients through practical strategies and personal reflection, blending structured interventions with empathic listening.

Her work spans many related concerns including aging and geriatric issues, cancer, codependency, DMDD, divorce and separation, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, guilt and shame, infidelity, loneliness, life purpose, midlife crisis, narcissism, panic attacks, and personality disorders. Shannon’s style emphasizes collaboration and respect for each person’s strengths, offering both action-oriented tools and space for deeper meaning-making.

Shannon integrates approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), client-centered methods, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing to create individualized plans. She accepts clients in English, works with international clients, and provides sessions through several online formats to accommodate different needs and schedules.

Practical approaches for online therapy and growth

Shannon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and develop concrete coping skills for problems such as anxiety, depression, and panic attacks. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is also part of her toolkit and focuses on helping people clarify values, accept difficult internal experiences, and take committed action toward meaningful goals.

Choosing the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. She works with clients to explore which methods fit their needs and preferences, adjusting techniques over time so therapy feels useful and aligned with personal goals.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules or connect across distances. These options allow licensed professionals to deliver both skill-based interventions like CBT and values-focused work like ACT in formats that match a client’s comfort and availability.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Shannon commonly address?

She supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem struggles, depression, and coping with life changes, along with related issues like panic attacks and relationship difficulties.

How would you describe her therapeutic style?

Her approach is collaborative and respectful, combining practical skills training with empathic listening to help clients build resilience and reach personal goals.

What is her clinical background and experience?

She has five years of experience working with a wide range of concerns and integrates several evidence-informed approaches into her practice.

What credentials and location are listed for the therapist?

She is credentialed as a LIMHP, with license NE LIMHP 4033, and is located in Nebraska.

Can nonlocal or nonresident clients work with her?

Yes, she accepts international clients and conducts sessions in English to accommodate people outside her state.

What session formats are available for appointments?

Sessions are offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide multiple ways to connect.

How is cost handled for therapy with this provider?

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

What steps are needed to begin working together?

Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing the short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCancerCodependencyDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionGuilt and shameInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

5+ years

Licensed

Nebraska

Languages

English