Shannon has been a wonderful therapist. She has helped get me off my couch and engaged in a new direction.
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin, LISW
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Dashanne is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Dashanne. View 6 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Ohio
Recent reviews
She's absolutely amazing. I have had two therapists before her who I didn't connect with. She is the first therapist I've had who has been genuine, supportive and solid advice. She helped me overcome my original reason for signing up for therapy and now I'm working through other traumas now. I'm very thankful for her. Truly am.
More about Dashanne
- 8 years' experience
- Female
- LISW
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW-S) in Ohio with 8 years of experience providing therapy and counseling services to adults, parents, children and adolescents. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Parenting issues
Self esteem
Depression
Coping with life changes
Addictions
LGBT
Relationship issues
Family conflicts
Trauma and abuse
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Eating disorders
Sleeping disorders
Anger management
Career difficulties
Compassion fatigue
ADHD
Abandonment
Adoption and foster care
Attachment issues
Autism and Asperger Syndrome
Blended family issues
Body image
Co-morbidity
Codependency
Commitment issues
Communication problems
Control issues
Disruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Drug and alcohol addiction
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
Forgiveness
Guilt and shame
Impulsivity
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Midlife crisis
Mood disorders
Multicultural concerns
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Panic disorder and panic attacks
Paranoia
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Pregnancy and childbirth
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-love
Sexual assault and abuse
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Young adult issues
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1366897555.
- LISW · Ohio · I.1800771-SUPV · Expires January 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Dashanne "Shannon" Austin
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Shannon has been a wonderful therapist. She has helped get me off my couch and engaged in a new direction.
She's absolutely amazing. I have had two therapists before her who I didn't connect with. She is the first therapist I've had who has been genuine, supportive and solid advice. She helped me overcome my original reason for signing up for therapy and now I'm working through other traumas now. I'm very thankful for her. Truly am.
I love Shannon. She has been my light at the end of a tunnel. BetterHelp has been the best therapy I have ever had. Thank you BetterHelp and Shannon for offering solutions for my turultruous life.
She’s super nice and she’s very understanding, and has been such a huge help!
Shannon has been amazing and opening my eyes to different ways to deal with issues and also helping me understand the way I come off may not be the best even though I feel I was helping. I’ve only had a few sessions but these last 3 weeks have really helped in so many ways!
I was reluctant to use betterhelp but then I thought what's the most that could happen.... me not liking the therapist, the online therapy or whatever. So, with that being said.... I'm so glad I decided to use betterhelp. Surprisingly, I have found that using the online method of "live chat", Journaling and classes gives me an opportunity to express myself and not have the "looks and tones", body language and other indicators that could be misinterpreted by myself or my therapist. It allows me to freely express myself in my time. Now, with that being said.... Shannon is awesome! She is very compassionate, caring, understanding and knowledgeable. She challenges and encourages me to look inside myself and see if my "road blocks" are self induced by poor choices or if my challenges are not my problem but yet the other person. She is extremely valuable to all her clients. If, not.... it sure isn't because she doesn't try. We as clients must be receptive and willing to accept constructive criticism. We must be filling and understanding that as a therapist, she cannot wave a magic wand and all our mental issues be gone. We have to take those tools and apply them to our lives cause at the end of the day, we hold the key to our successful journey. I want to thank you Shannon for all you do. You are amazing and thank you for validating my thoughts, encouraging me and most of all being there for me. You are supior my dear. Keep on keeping on!
Frequently asked questions
Does Dashanne "Shannon" Austin offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Dashanne "Shannon" Austin works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Dashanne "Shannon" Austin speak?
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin speaks English.
How many years of experience does Dashanne "Shannon" Austin have?
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin has 8 years of experience.
Where is Dashanne "Shannon" Austin licensed to practice?
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin is licensed to practice in Ohio.
Does Dashanne "Shannon" Austin accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Dashanne "Shannon" Austin does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Dashanne "Shannon" Austin offer?
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Dashanne "Shannon" Austin?
Dashanne "Shannon" Austin can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Dashanne "Shannon" Austin?
Just tap the CHAT NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.