Board certified

Military / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression

Medication/Psychiatry

Online in North Carolina

15 years in practice

Ages served: 14-65+

Accepted insurance & self-pay

Shaunak accepts 30 insurers

Aetna

Aetna Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Anthem

Cigna | Evernorth

Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS

Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina | BCBS Medicare Advantage

Blue Cross Blue Shield | Anthem (Blue Card)

Carelon

Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Compsych

Devoted Health | Medicare Advantage

Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network

First Health Network

HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage

Humana Medicare Advantage

JP Farley Corporation

Medcost NC

Medicare NC

Multi Plan PHCS

Optum Serve

Oscar Health

Poppins Health

Quest Behavioral Health

State Health Plan | North Carolina

UMR

United Healthcare | Optum

United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage

Uprise EAP

SELF-PAY COSTS

Out-of-pocket session costs for clients who don’t have insurance or aren’t covered by their insurance for mental health services.

$325

first session

$210

subsequent sessions

About Shaunak

I am a board-certified Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years of experience. I have supported individuals facing depression, anxiety, bipolar spectrum disorders, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, dementia-related conditions, and substance use challenges. I provide virtual care and bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every session, ensuring that those I work with feel supported, valued, and empowered.

I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Hunter College. My clinical approach includes psychotropic medication management along with adjunctive therapies. I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and trauma- and emotion-focused interventions to best meet each client’s needs. .

My clients can expect me to be a knowledgeable and attentive listener who is warm, understanding, and supportive. I strive to create a safe and collaborative space where we can work together to achieve lasting emotional growth and stability.

"With over 15 years of experience in the field of psychiatry, I bring an evidence-based approach to care to assist individuals challenged by mental health issues."

Get to know Shaunak

Why did you decide to become a counselor or psychiatric provider?

Growing up I have witnessed stigma towards mental illness and I wanted to contribute to change that within the community.

What types of clients do you work best with?

Adults and older adults

What's one thing you wish all clients knew about therapy, mental health, or the healing process?

Acceptance of the issue and persistence to resolve the issue

What can clients expect in their first session with you and in the early stages of therapy?

Clients can expect detailed history gathering, warm and supportive approach and a knowledgeable and supportive Clinician

What personal experiences or values inform your practice as a therapist/provider?

Acceptance, Persistence and Hope is the most important aspects for Health and wellness.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

Acceptance, Persistence and Hope is the most important aspects for Health and wellness.

How do you tailor therapy to meet each client’s unique needs?

My therapy is client focused

Does Shaunak prescribe medications effective for the treatment of ADHD?

Yes - when clinically appropriate, Shaunak may prescribe both non-stimulant and stimulant medication for the treatment of ADHD.

Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesMilitary / Veteran, Behavioral Issues, Coping Skills, Self Esteem, ADHD, Sexual Abuse, Bipolar Disorder, Sleep / Insomnia, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma / PTSD, Agoraphobia, Body Image Issues, Dual Diagnosis, Hoarding, Impulse Control Disorders, Mood Disorders, Panic Attack, Performance Anxiety, Personality Disorders, Social Anxiety, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Anger Management, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Relationships, Thinking Disorders

ApproachesPositive Psychology, Existential Therapy, Psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Trauma-Focused, Strength-Based Therapy, Culturally Sensitive, Multicultural