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Shanita Burgess, LCMHC

Helping adults break burnout cycles
  • Burnout and overwhelm support
  • Anxiety and depression care
  • Trauma informed therapy

About Shanita Burgess

Shanita Burgess, LCMHC, is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who supports hard-working adults in their 20s and 30s who feel stuck in a cycle of stress, burnout, and overwhelming thoughts. When days start to feel like simply going through the motions - unmotivated, exhausted, and frustrated that personal goals seem out of reach - she helps clients move from surviving to building a life that feels more sustainable and fulfilling.

Her work focuses on helping people understand the thought patterns that can leave them feeling fatigued and defeated, then learning practical ways to shift those patterns so they can reconnect with themselves and what matters most. Shanita offers therapy for concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout, with an emphasis on identifying harmful thoughts, exploring where they come from, and reframing them so stress feels more manageable instead of constant and depleting.

With a collaborative approach, she helps clients develop new tools for navigating everyday challenges and creating routines, coping strategies, and mindset shifts that support long-term change - so life can feel less like something to escape and more like something to live.

Areas of Expertise

Also Specializes In

Family conflictsGriefCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

Adoption and foster careAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationEmptinessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shanita Burgess have?

Shanita Burgess has 11 years of experience.

Is Shanita Burgess a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shanita Burgess is licensed as an LCMHC (Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor). License details: NC LCMHC 11960.

In which languages does Shanita Burgess provide therapy?

Shanita Burgess provides therapy in English.

Where is Shanita Burgess located?

Shanita Burgess is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Shanita Burgess as my therapist?

You can work with Shanita Burgess through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shanita Burgess work with international clients?

No. Shanita Burgess does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shanita Burgess cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Practical Approaches for Real Life - Online

Shanita Burgess integrates evidence-informed approaches that can be especially helpful for stress, burnout, anxiety, depression, and the emotional fallout that comes with feeling overwhelmed. In Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), therapy focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and learning ways to challenge and replace them, which can support clearer decision-making and steadier coping during high-pressure seasons.

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) adds skill-building for handling intense emotions, tolerating distress, and improving relationships. It can be a fit for clients who feel emotionally flooded, stuck in all-or-nothing thinking, or worn down by conflict and self-criticism. Mindfulness Therapy can also help clients practice staying grounded in the present moment, which can reduce the feeling of being constantly pulled into worries, regrets, or mental overload.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Shanita works collaboratively with clients to understand their goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped in the past, then tailors sessions to match what they need most right now.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to get support consistently, even with a busy schedule, changing energy levels, or limited time between responsibilities.

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