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Listed in the Psychology for Black Girls directory of vetted Black mental health clinicians.

Shawnté Bennett

As I experience all of the shifts life has to offer, I have developed more of an understanding of the value held in considering others and my own mindset. Problems, uncertainty, and challenges are not going away; they are always going to be in our lives. ​The thought that things must always be set in stone is an illusion from the start. ​However, if we change our mindset, those same problems, uncertainty, and challenges may change into growth moments without limitations or limiting beliefs. We can then focus on solutions and are left feeling empowered to create change. I am excited to go on the journey with you! I have gained clinical experience in a variety of settings, including milieu environments and community mental health. I consider myself the therapist for People Pleasers. However, I have also enjoyed working with individuals, couples, families, and children experiencing anxiety, depression, miscommunication, transitions, work/life balance, grief, personality disorders, autistic spectrum disorders, behavior disorders, religion/spirituality, LGBTQIA+ identity, self-esteem, foster care/adoption, history of traumatic events, and suicidal ideation. Prior to attending graduate…

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