Shakiya Harrison , LCSW

Shakiya Harrison is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia with 10 years of clinical experience supporting adults and families through a wide range of challenges. She earned an undergraduate degree in social work from Virginia State University and a Master of Social Work from Norfolk State University. As a licensed clinician, she holds the LCSW credential, which denotes a master's-level social worker authorized to provide clinical assessment and psychotherapy.

Harrison brings experience working with diverse populations confronting issues such as stress, anxiety, addictions, self-esteem concerns, bipolar disorder, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family difficulties, eating and sleep problems, parenting stresses, anger, career transitions, ADHD, and needs related to LGBT identities. Her additional focus areas include caregiving and aging concerns, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication problems, domestic violence, substance use issues, and gender dysphoria, among others. She approaches care with curiosity and respect, taking the time to understand each person’s psychosocial needs and life context.

Her practice emphasizes collaboration and empowerment, helping clients set and pursue meaningful goals while building practical coping skills. Harrison integrates evidence-informed methods such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness approaches, and Motivational Interviewing to tailor treatment to each person’s strengths and preferences. She offers therapy through multiple remote formats including video sessions, phone appointments, live chat, and text-based messaging to increase accessibility for clients.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Shakiya Harrison uses practical, evidence-informed approaches that translate well to remote formats. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters most to them and take committed steps toward those values while learning to live with difficult thoughts and feelings; it is often useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes empathy, respect, and collaboration - the therapist creates a nonjudgmental space where the client leads the process and gains self-understanding and confidence. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and shifting unhelpful thoughts and behaviors to improve mood and functioning, making it effective for conditions like anxiety, depression, and stress-related difficulties.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative part of the therapeutic process. Harrison works with each person to determine which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts techniques over time as goals evolve. This collaborative stance helps ensure the work feels relevant and practical.

Online therapy with Harrison is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, allowing clients to choose the format that best fits their schedule and comfort level. These options increase flexibility for people balancing work, caregiving, or health concerns, and they make it easier to maintain consistent therapeutic progress over time.