geometry-shapes iconDivorce, Career Counseling, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Eating Disorder, Bipolar Disorder
Online in Virginia
7 years in practice
Ages served: 18-64
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Accepted insurance & self-pay

Shakarla accepts 43 insurers
Aetna
Aetna Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Cigna | Evernorth
Cigna | Evernorth - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan
Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange
AvMed
Carelon
Carelon | Medicare Advantage
Compsych
Connecticare
Firefly Health Plan | Cigna PPO Network
First Health Network
Health First Health Plan
HealthSpring | Medicare Advantage
JP Farley Corporation
Mass General Brigham (Optum)
Medcost VA
Medica
Memorial Hermann Health Plan
Multi Plan PHCS
Optum Serve
Oscar Health
Oxford Health Plans
Poppins Health
Quest Behavioral Health
Scripps Health Plan
Sentara Health Plans (Optima Health)
Sharp Health Plan
Sutter Health Plan
Sutter Senior Care
Tricare East | Out of Network Provider
UMR
United Healthcare | Optum
United Healthcare | Optum - Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
United Healthcare | Optum Medicare Advantage
Uprise EAP
Ventura County Health Care Plan
Western Health Advantage
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.
$220
first session
$160
subsequent sessions
About Provider

About Shakarla

Shakarla Brown is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 7 years of experience. She works with young adults and adults to manage issues like depression, anxiety, ADHD, stress, life transitions, emotional dysregulation, and self-esteem. Shakarla focuses on improving clients' self-worth by challenging negative core beliefs and collaboratively understanding how other contributing factors impact their behaviors and intrapersonal relationships. She emphasizes that the progress made outside sessions is just as vital as the work done during them, empowering clients to take control of their healing journey.

Sharkla received her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health from Regent University. She uses treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, internal family systems, reality therapy, motivational interviewing, and Christian counseling.

Shakarla believes in celebrating daily victories as important steps toward achieving larger life goals. Seeking therapy can be tough but also the start of a transformative journey worth the time and effort. Shakarla looks forward to meeting you and helping you reach your treatment goals.

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"As a Black Christian woman, I understand the challenges of breaking through cognitive barriers to embrace your worth and feel empowered to create the life you deserve."

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Get to know Shakarla


What can clients expect in their first session with you?


Clients can expect comfort and a humorous environment.


What do you want to accomplish with an individual in their first session?


Build a therapeutic relationship and understand the development of the presenting problem.


What do you do for fun/on your time off?


Watch criminal law shows

Puzzles (1000+ pieces)

Relaxation

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Other areas of focus

SpecialitiesDivorce, Career Counseling, Anger Management, Stress / Mental Stress / Work Stress, Trauma / PTSD, Depression, Anxiety, Life Transition, Eating Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, ADHD, Coping Skills, LGBTQIA+, Medical / Health Issues, Relationships, Self Esteem
ApproachesChristian Counseling, Psychoanalytic, Strength-Based Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Reality Therapy, Positive Psychology, Motivational Interviewing, Internal Family Systems (IFS)
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Education and training

Years in practice
7 years
Graduating institute
Regent University
Graduating degree
Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health
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Additional details

Languages spoken by this provider
English
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NPI number1811700115
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State of practiceVA
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License number0701015307
Practice location

Practice information

Book your first session

Individual Counseling
Shakarla is available for Video visits.
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Shakarla Brown

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)