Dr. Shannon Derby, LMHC
Compassionate, tailored therapy for life’s toughest transitions
- Stress and anxiety support
- Anger and addiction help
- Confidence and motivation building
About Dr. Shannon Derby
Dr. Shannon Derby is a Florida-licensed mental health counselor (LMHC) with 25 years of professional experience supporting adults through a wide range of challenges, including stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, anger management, and difficult life transitions.
She brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate style to therapy, creating space for clients to explore what is getting in the way of motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and lasting change. Dr. Derby understands that seeking help can feel like a big step, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck.
Her work is shaped by the belief that therapy should be individualized. She collaborates with each client to shape conversations and a treatment plan that fit the client’s goals, strengths, and specific needs, offering steady support as they move toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
She brings a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate style to therapy, creating space for clients to explore what is getting in the way of motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and lasting change. Dr. Derby understands that seeking help can feel like a big step, especially when life feels overwhelming or stuck.
Her work is shaped by the belief that therapy should be individualized. She collaborates with each client to shape conversations and a treatment plan that fit the client’s goals, strengths, and specific needs, offering steady support as they move toward a more fulfilling and satisfying life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Self-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Imago Relationship Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Shannon Derby have?
Dr. Shannon Derby has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Shannon Derby a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Shannon Derby is licensed in Florida as an LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). License number: FL LMHC MH17175.
In which languages does Dr. Shannon Derby provide therapy?
Dr. Shannon Derby provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Shannon Derby located?
Dr. Shannon Derby is located in Florida.
How can I work with Dr. Shannon Derby as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Shannon Derby through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Shannon Derby work with international clients?
No. Dr. Shannon Derby does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Shannon Derby cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based 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 pricing details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.
Evidence-Informed Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Dr. Shannon Derby draws from established therapy models to help clients navigate concerns like stress, anxiety, anger, addiction-related struggles, and major life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and practicing practical skills to shift reactions and daily habits, which can be especially useful when stress or anxiety starts to feel constant.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while still moving toward what matters most. It often supports people who feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected from their values. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and healthier communication, which can be helpful when emotions feel intense or hard to manage.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Dr. Derby collaborates with clients to clarify goals, understand preferences, and choose strategies that fit the client’s needs and pace, adjusting the plan as therapy progresses.
Online therapy also makes support more flexible. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, and they can also use live chat or text-based messaging, making it easier to stay engaged between sessions and fit therapy into a busy schedule.