Shawna Morrison-Flood, LCSW

Shawna Morrison-Flood is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Virginia. She offers straightforward, respectful care for people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, and relationship or family concerns. She also lists support for aging and geriatric issues among her focus areas. Her tone is welcoming and practical, aimed at people who want to make real changes in daily life.

Shawna has worked as a clinician for about 10 years and began her career in child protective services at the local Department of Social Services. She earned a bachelor’s degree in social work in 2005 and a graduate degree in social work in 2007. Over the years she has supported people facing a wide range of mental health diagnoses, including mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma-related concerns.

In sessions she meets people where they are and focuses on clear, achievable goals. Her style is warm and engaging. She emphasizes respect, self-determination, and practical steps clients can use between appointments.

Shawna uses an eclectic mix of approaches rather than one single method. She draws on cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness ideas, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic thinking, and client-centered work to fit each person’s needs. This means the work may include talking through patterns, setting concrete behavior goals, and practicing present-moment skills.

People considering therapy with Shawna can expect a collaborative process that balances direct problem-solving with attention to personal history and values. She accepts international clients and works in English. To begin, follow the site’s matching and scheduling steps.

How Shawna’s Approaches Work Online

Shawna uses client-centered work and cognitive behavioral therapy to guide sessions. Client-centered work means conversations focus on the person’s goals and values, with the therapist listening and reflecting to help people find their own solutions. Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at thinking and behavior patterns and uses practical exercises to change unhelpful habits and manage symptoms like anxiety or depression.

She also draws on mindfulness techniques to help people notice their thoughts and regulate emotional reactions. Mindfulness practices are simple skills that can reduce stress and improve attention, and they pair well with goal-focused CBT work. Together these approaches give both short-term tools and deeper understanding of patterns that create problems.

Finding the right mix of methods is a collaborative process. Shawna will work with each person to identify what feels most useful based on their needs and preferences. She adjusts techniques over time so sessions stay relevant and focused on progress.

The therapist's biography does not specify which online session formats she offers. Before booking, confirm the available formats and scheduling options. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and avoid travel time so people can use therapy during a lunch break or between errands.