Shannon Caraway, LCSW

Shannon Caraway is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people handle stress and anxiety. He uses straightforward talk and practical steps to help people manage hard days and make small changes that add up. He writes simply and listens closely to what matters to each person.

Shannon moved into mental health after 18 years in education, then worked as a case manager and admissions coordinator. He completed a Master of Social Work and has three years of experience as a therapist. His background includes geriatric and adult in-patient psychiatric care, outpatient and day treatment settings, and school-based services.

Clients have ranged widely in age, from very young children to people near the end of life, and he is comfortable talking with people at many life stages. In sessions he draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to spot unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors. He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy to set clear goals and build on what is already working.

Sessions focus on practical skills for coping with grief, parenting stress, low self-esteem, depression, trauma and abuse, anger, career transitions, relationship concerns, ADHD, and major life changes. Shannon keeps therapy down to earth and goal oriented, so progress feels tangible.

People who want straightforward guidance and a calm, experienced listener may find his style helpful. To begin, readers can use the site’s Start Therapy button to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a session according to availability.

How these approaches guide online work

Shannon uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test different responses. CBT often includes simple exercises and behavior experiments that can be practiced between sessions to reduce anxiety and improve mood.

He also uses Solution-Focused Therapy, which zeroes in on clear, achievable goals and the small changes that move someone toward them. This approach is useful when people want fast, practical steps to handle stress, parenting challenges, career shifts, or relationship concerns.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shannon collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts plans over time based on what is helping and what is not.

The biography does not list specific online session formats, so confirm available options before booking. In general, working with a licensed professional online can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. These practical benefits help people use therapy consistently while balancing everyday responsibilities.