Shawna Powell, LPC
Helping people move from surviving to thriving
- Trauma informed support
- Collaborative client led care
- Eclectic practical approach
About Shawna Powell
Shawna Powell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who brings 23 years of experience to her work with adults seeking meaningful change after difficult life experiences. She holds the belief that what a person has been through does not have to be wasted, and that recovery can be about more than getting by - it can also be about building a life that feels worth living.
Her path into the counseling profession was shaped by a desire to turn lived experience into support for others. During an internship in her master’s program, she discovered how personal resilience and professional training could come together to create a sense of empowerment and motivation toward social change. Over the course of her career, she has witnessed healing unfold in many different ways, reinforcing her conviction that people have deep capacity for growth and repair.
Shawna works with an eclectic, flexible style and aims to meet clients where they are. She views clients as the experts on themselves and collaborates with them to shape treatment in a way that fits their needs, goals, and current realities. She looks forward to partnering with clients as they strengthen coping skills, regain stability, and improve day-to-day quality of life.
Her path into the counseling profession was shaped by a desire to turn lived experience into support for others. During an internship in her master’s program, she discovered how personal resilience and professional training could come together to create a sense of empowerment and motivation toward social change. Over the course of her career, she has witnessed healing unfold in many different ways, reinforcing her conviction that people have deep capacity for growth and repair.
Shawna works with an eclectic, flexible style and aims to meet clients where they are. She views clients as the experts on themselves and collaborates with them to shape treatment in a way that fits their needs, goals, and current realities. She looks forward to partnering with clients as they strengthen coping skills, regain stability, and improve day-to-day quality of life.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shawna Powell have?
Shawna Powell has 23 years of experience providing therapy and counseling support.
Is Shawna Powell a licensed therapist?
Yes. Shawna Powell is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado with license number LPC.0005618.
In which languages does Shawna Powell provide therapy?
Shawna Powell provides therapy in English.
Where is Shawna Powell located?
Shawna Powell is located in Colorado.
How can I work with Shawna Powell as my therapist?
You can work with Shawna Powell through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and scheduling preferences.
Does Shawna Powell work with international clients?
No. Shawna Powell does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shawna Powell 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 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.
Therapeutic tools that translate well to online care
Shawna Powell draws from evidence-based approaches that can be practiced in everyday life, making them a natural fit for online therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on noticing unhelpful thought patterns and experimenting with more balanced ways of thinking and responding. It is often used for concerns like stress, anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients make room for difficult thoughts and feelings while taking steps toward what matters most to them. Rather than getting stuck in a battle with emotions, ACT emphasizes values-based actions and practical skills that support resilience through grief, trauma, or overwhelming stress.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) offers structured tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness. It can be especially helpful for people who feel emotionally flooded, struggle with relationship conflict, or want clearer strategies for staying grounded during hard moments.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shawna collaborates with clients to identify goals and preferences, then adjusts the pace and strategies to support progress in a way that feels realistic and sustainable.
Online therapy also offers flexibility: sessions can happen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to stay engaged when schedules are busy or needs change.