- Trauma informed
- Person centered
- Resilience focused
About Desiree
Desiree Shaw is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) working in Louisiana. She focuses on helping people manage depression, anxiety, grief, and major life changes. Her work centers on building resilience and self-compassion for everyday challenges.
She creates an affirming space that recognizes each person's identity and story. Desiree pays close attention to concerns like body image, isolation, and women's health issues. She also supports people coping with chronic illness or pain and those navigating non-monogamous relationship dynamics.
Desiree uses a trauma-informed, person-centered approach to guide conversations. Sessions aim to identify practical coping strategies and small changes that make daily life easier. She helps people process grief, build healthier self-talk, and manage stress in ways that fit their routines.
Her work also includes helping people affected by natural or human-caused disaster recover emotional footing. She listens for what feels most urgent and helps prioritize steps to regain stability. The emphasis is on pacing the work so clients do not feel overwhelmed.
With four years of clinical experience, Desiree supports people who want steady, compassionate guidance. She encourages realistic goals and focuses on tools people can use between sessions. This approach helps clients build confidence and find clearer direction as they move forward.
Approaches that guide online care and recovery
Desiree uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques described in plain terms to help people tackle emotional challenges. One common approach focuses on building self-compassion and practical coping skills to manage anxiety and depression; it involves breaking concerns into small steps and practicing new habits between sessions. Another approach is trauma-informed care, which means she pays attention to how past harms affect current responses and helps clients pace work so it feels manageable. These methods are useful for grief, chronic pain adjustment, and recovery after disruptive events like natural or human-caused disaster.Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Desiree will work with each person to identify goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust as progress unfolds. She checks in about what helps and what feels too much, and she tailors the plan based on the client's responses and preferences.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking. Different formats can make scheduling easier and help therapy fit into daily life. Online sessions can reduce travel time, allow shorter check-ins during a work break, or let someone take part without being on camera. Talk with Desiree during the matching process to find the session format that best fits your routine and needs.
Areas of expertise
Additional focus areas
Experience
4+ years
Credentials
Louisiana
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Desiree commonly address?
She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, and life changes. Additional focuses include body image, chronic pain and illness, isolation, and women's issues.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her style is person-centered and trauma-informed. Sessions emphasize resilience, self-compassion, and practical coping strategies.
What experience does she bring to sessions?
Desiree has four years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor. She draws on that experience to guide people through emotional challenges.
Where is Desiree licensed to practice?
She holds an LPC credential and practices in Louisiana.
Which languages are used in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How are sessions scheduled and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Desiree?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.