- Stress and anxiety
- Family concerns
- Adoption and foster care
About William
William Shonts is a licensed counselor in Tennessee with 22 years of professional experience as an LPC-MHSP (Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation). He focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. He approaches clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.
His style is collaborative and direct. He tailors conversations and plans to each person's situation instead of using one-size-fits-all solutions. That can mean talking through coping skills, practicing new ways to handle difficult thoughts, or focusing on clearer communication at home.
William also supports people facing family conflict and caregiver strain. He has additional experience with adoption and foster care issues, attachment and abandonment concerns, and struggles related to autism spectrum conditions. He works with people dealing with grief, body image, and distress after medical issues such as cancer.
He uses several practical methods in sessions, including client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, dialectical behavior strategies, emotionally-focused approaches, and mindfulness practices. Sessions typically involve setting clear goals, learning tools to manage emotions, and checking progress from week to week.
William encourages a steady, step-by-step approach. He emphasizes empowerment and realistic change. People who are ready to commit to regular work and try new skills may find his approach helpful.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening, empathy, and creating a supportive space. It helps people find their own solutions and feel understood. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at unhelpful thoughts and behaviors and teaches concrete tools to change them; it is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress.Choosing the right approach is part of the process. The therapist will work together with the client to pick methods that match goals and preferences. That might mean trying a few techniques early on and shifting focus as progress is tracked.
The profile does not list specific session formats, so confirm available online options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. They also let people continue work during life transitions and access a licensed professional from different locations. Practical arrangements, scheduling, and format choices are discussed when setting up appointments.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Therapeutic approaches
Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Tennessee
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help address?
He helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, family conflict, and compassion fatigue. Additional focus areas include adoption and foster care, attachment and abandonment issues, caregiver stress, and related challenges.
What is his therapeutic style like?
His approach is collaborative and practical. He tailors sessions to each person's needs and uses clear steps and skills to manage emotions and behavior.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 22 years of professional experience working in counseling and related settings.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He holds the credential LPC-MHSP, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider, and is licensed in Tennessee.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and he accepts international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original profile does not specify session formats, so confirm current session options with the provider before booking.
How are fees and payment handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.