At a glance
- Credentials
- LPC
- License
- LPC, Oklahoma / 2201
- NPI
- 1679893028
- Experience
- 30 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Oklahoma
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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- Compassionate approach
- Practical strategies
- Experience driven
About Shawn
Shawn Alyea is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Oklahoma with 30 years of experience. He aims to help people who are feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship strain, ADHD, or major life changes. Shawn brings a compassionate, down-to-earth presence and uses a little humor when appropriate to ease tense moments.
He works in a straightforward way that focuses on what a person wants to change. Shawn blends Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Narrative Therapy ideas to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and rewrite the stories they tell themselves. He also uses Motivational Interviewing to support people who are uncertain about making changes and Mindfulness techniques to build calm and focus.
Shawn’s practice emphasizes respect and dignity. He has practiced with a wide age range and has addressed many concerns from depression and anxiety to grief, anger, divorce, caregiving stress, and intimacy issues. He aims to meet each person where they are and tailor the work to their goals.
Sessions are collaborative and practical. Shawn often introduces simple, real‑world exercises to try between meetings. He invites people to notice what helps and what doesn’t, and adjusts the plan as needed.
To begin, Shawn asks people to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to his availability. He welcomes English-speaking and international clients and works from the perspective that growth can happen even during hard times.
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How Shawn’s Approaches Translate to Online Work
Shawn commonly draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their reasons for change and build commitment one step at a time. This approach is useful when someone feels stuck or unsure about next steps. He also uses Client-Centered Therapy to keep the focus on the person’s experience, listening closely and reflecting what matters most to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is another frequent tool, providing concrete techniques for noticing and shifting thoughts and behaviors that contribute to stress or low mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shawn collaborates with each person to see which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. He adjusts the mix of approaches over time based on what the client finds helpful and what progress looks like in session.
Online therapy can make it easier to fit counseling into a busy life, for example by reducing travel time or allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. Because session formats are not specified here, confirm the current options before booking so you know how Shawn is offering sessions. Many people find online sessions help them practice skills in their everyday settings while keeping the conversation focused on clear goals and next steps. -
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteemBipolar disorderCompassion fatigueADHDAdditional focus areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeCaregiver issues and stressControl issuesDivorce and separationEmptinessFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTherapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused TherapyExperience
30+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does Shawn address?
He helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, ADHD, bipolar concerns, and life transitions. There are also focused supports for issues like abandonment, caregiver stress, forgiveness, and impulsivity.
How would you describe Shawn’s therapeutic style?
He uses a compassionate, down-to-earth style with practical tools and a bit of humor. The work is collaborative and tailored to each person’s goals.
What is Shawn’s experience background?
Shawn has 30 years of counseling experience in Oklahoma, working with a wide range of emotional and life concerns across many ages.
What credentials and location are listed for Shawn?
He holds an LPC credential - Licensed Professional Counselor - in Oklahoma and practices from that state.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English, and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are used?
Please confirm current session options before booking so you know which formats are offered for scheduling and sessions.
How is cost managed for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Shawn?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to the therapist’s availability.
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Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers