Licensed clinical social worker recordVirginia
Shawandalyn Cooley, LCSW
Virginia
Licensed clinical social worker - Stress and relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Virginia
- LCSW, licence 0904009596
- NPI
- 1376608653
- Experience
- 24 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Virginia
These details come from information Shawandalyn supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- Stress and anxiety
- Anger management
- Self esteem work
About Shawandalyn
Shawandalyn Cooley is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia with 24 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. She also addresses communication problems, divorce and separation, isolation and loneliness, money and financial issues, self-love, and women's issues.
Shawandalyn uses a practical style in sessions. She helps people name what is most pressing and work toward clearer next steps. Conversations are straightforward and focused on everyday problems, like handling arguments, managing worry, or rebuilding confidence after a breakup.
She encourages honest talk about thoughts and emotions. Sessions aim to reduce immediate pressure while building skills for future challenges. That can mean rehearsing a difficult conversation, trying new ways to respond to anger, or practicing routines that lower stress.
Her work draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide decisions in session. Goals are set together and adjusted as progress is made. The emphasis is on what helps in daily life rather than abstract theory.
People who choose Shawandalyn can expect clear language and practical steps. She supports clients through transitions and recurring problems with attention to work, money, and family pressures. The initial sessions focus on identifying priorities and planning manageable changes.
BHow sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Shawandalyn draws on well-established, evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide online work. One approach focuses on practical behavior change - identifying small, repeatable actions that lower stress and improve mood. This method helps with anxiety, low motivation, and rebuilding routines after change. Another approach targets emotional regulation and communication - teaching ways to recognize triggers and practice different responses during conflicts. That approach supports people handling anger and relationship strain.Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the process. The therapist and client decide together which approaches fit best based on the problem, goals, and day-to-day life. Sessions are collaborative and can shift direction as new needs appear.
If you plan to work online, confirm current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, shorten travel time, and allow check-ins between appointments when needed. Some formats are better for brief updates, others suit deeper conversation; the therapist will discuss what will work best for each person.
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Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
24+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English
DQuestions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, self-esteem, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include communication problems, divorce and separation, isolation and loneliness, money issues, self-love, and women's issues.
What is her therapeutic style?
She uses practical, evidence-based approaches and focuses on clear steps people can use in daily life. Sessions emphasize skills, behavioral changes, and solving immediate problems.
How much experience does she have?
She has 24 years of professional work experience supporting people through stress, relationship challenges, and life transitions.
Is she licensed and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Virginia.
What languages are sessions offered in?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients.
How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen subscription and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, call 911, or call or text 988. More crisis numbers