Shawna Morrison-Flood

Compassionate, practical care for life’s challenges

LCSW Virginia

Experience: 10 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Family
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages: English

About Shawna

Shawna Morrison-Flood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia who brings a decade of clinical experience to her practice.

Background and approach

She works with people facing a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family difficulties, grief, addictions, parenting challenges, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and issues related to self-esteem and anger.

Her background includes work in child protective services and clinical social work, and she has supported clients presenting with diverse mental health diagnoses across the lifespan. Her style is warm, direct, and respectful, emphasizing meeting clients where they are and collaborating to clarify goals.

Shawna uses an eclectic mix of evidence-informed approaches and lists Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), client-centered methods, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas among her tools. She values self-determination and tailors her interventions to each person’s needs rather than relying on a single method.

Shawna affirms the courage it takes to seek help and focuses on practical, positive change as clients work through life transitions and longstanding concerns.

How therapeutic approaches translate to online care

Shawna commonly integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and client-centered methods in her online work. CBT focuses on identifying patterns of thoughts and behaviors that contribute to distress and then practicing practical skills and experiments to change those patterns, which can help with anxiety, depression, and stress. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathic listening, respect for each person's autonomy, and building a collaborative relationship to explore goals and values.

Finding the right approach is treated as a collaborative process. She will help clients explore which methods fit their needs and preferences, adapting techniques over time based on progress and feedback so that therapy remains focused and relevant to the client’s goals.

Online options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules or when in-person care is not possible. These formats enable ongoing access to therapeutic support, allow work on skills between sessions, and make it easier to maintain continuity of care across locations and life changes.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of problems does Shawna address?

She works with a broad range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, relationship and family problems, grief, addictions, parenting issues, bipolar disorder, ADHD, and self-esteem challenges.

What is her therapeutic style and approach?

Her style is welcoming and engaging, combining client-centered listening with practical techniques. She uses an eclectic mix that includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness practices, motivational interviewing, and psychodynamic ideas.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has about 10 years of experience working as a clinician, with prior roles that included child protective services and clinical social work positions.

What credentials and location apply to her practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with license number VA LCSW 0904012577 and practices in Virginia.

In what language can sessions be conducted and are international clients accepted?

Sessions are offered in English, and she does accept international clients.

Which session formats are available for working together?

She offers multiple online session formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences.

How are costs and payment arranged?

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

What steps should I take to begin therapy?

To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule appointments according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Depression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorderCoping with life changes ADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAvoidant personalityCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily problemsGuilt and shameHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivity Isolation / loneliness Mood disorders Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD Panic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stress Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

10+ years

Licensed

Virginia

Languages

English