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Shannon McNeill(She/Her/Hers)

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Psychologist, PhD
Rhode IslandArizonaColoradoConnecticut
Anxiety-Depression-Relationships-Trauma-Life transitions-Self-doubt-

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Professional statement

Dr. Shannon McNeill is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist specializing in techniques that help clients move beyond self-doubt, worry, and unproductive over-thinking. Her therapeutic approach is most influenced by Cognitive Behavioral Therapies and other scientifically proven interventions. Dr. McNeill enjoys working side-by-side with her clients to encourage flexibility in thinking styles and enacting behaviors that get clients moving towards what is most important to them.

Dr. McNeill especially enjoys working with clients who have found themselves stalled by life transitions, such as job changes, entering college or graduate school, beginning or ending relationships, or changes in health. Based on a client's preferences and needs, she will integrate mindfulness meditation with other helpful strategies to reduce the negative impact of these situations. Though it may seem difficult, overcoming challenging transitions can be empowering and help us learn about our needs and values.

Dr. McNeill also has specialized training in Gottman Method Couples Therapy. She works with couples to assess areas of strengths and challenges. One of the primary goals for Dr. McNeill is to preserve a safe, workable space in which couples can address the painful fractures that exist between them. Through technique, training, and experience, Dr. McNeill will work to adjust her treatments to specifically meet her client's needs.


Message to clients

I love helping people find freedom from the traps set by anxiety, low mood or self-doubt . I can help you gain perspective on why certain styles of thinking can interrupt our ability to be present, engaged and enjoy our lives. What we do with our thoughts matters! It can mean the difference between living versus existing.

Using elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness-Based Interventions, we can explore ways to live a more rich and connected life. Many clients I work with come into therapy wanting to learn real, workable skills beyond what they've already tried, such as telling themselves to "think positive" or "stop thinking about that!" Let's find things that actually work, specifically for you, and get you plugged back into your life. I look forward to joining you on your journey towards your goals!


Work and Education

Years of Experience: 13 years

Private Practice, 2017 - Present
VA Boston Healthcare System, Harvard Medical School Instructor, 2015 - 2018
Brown University Alpert Medical School/Providence VA Medical Center, 2013 - 2014
VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System, 2012 - 2013
Boston University/VA Boston Healthcare System, 2006 - 2008

University of Missouri - St. Louis, PhD in Clinical Psychology, 2013
Suffolk University, BS in Personality Psychology, 2006

Licensure

Massachusetts: 10696 - Rhode Island: PS01452 - Connecticut: 5056 - Arizona: 23688 - Colorado: 23688 - Delaware: 23688 - Washington DC: 23688 - Florida: 23688 - Georgia: 23688 - New Hampshire: 23688 - Maine: 23688

Languages

English

Specialties

Anxiety - Coping with excessive worry, nervousness, or stress; intense discomfort in social settings (social anxiety); sudden and intense feelings of panic (panic disorder)

Depression - Providing support and promoting healing through hopelessness, low motivation and energy, sadness, irritability, sleep disturbance, and loss of interest and pleasure in life

Relationships - Understanding one’s wants and needs in relationships; exploring patterns of interaction, addressing concerns, and strengthening satisfaction in relationships and dating

Trauma - Coping and healing after threatening or scary events, such as witnessing accidents or experiencing sexual, verbal, emotional, or physical abuse

Life transitions - Coping with difficult or impactful life changes, such as moving to a new area, relationship transitions, child rearing, or career changes; learning self-care to better manage resulting stress

Self-doubt - Finding strength in one's own skills and abilities; overcoming inner voices of negativity and disbelief




Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours


Insurance

Shannon McNeill is not in-network with any insurances.

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Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$275 (45min)
  • Initial session:$290 (60min)
  • Couples sessions:$325 (60min)

Additional session information

Out-of-network billing options

This provider can support you in getting reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network reimbursement. Here are the out-of-network billing options they provide:

  • Super billing
Payment options
  • Credit Card
Session frequency

Frequency of sessions this provider offers to see clients once you are an established client.

  • Weekly
  • Monthly
  • Every other week
  • As needed
Therapist's note


Client testimonials

"Shannon was personable and took the time to interview me and follow-up."
- Zencare client December 2019
"Shannon was phenomenal."
- Zencare client May 2020

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