Shawn McGuirk
Shawn McGuirk
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Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Massachusetts•New Hampshire
Anxiety - Couples counseling- Depression- Relationship issues-Spirituality & religion-Life purpose & meaning-

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Accepting in-person & online

In-network with some insurances

$65-$125

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Professional statement

Shawn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in MA and NH. He is a mental health professional with a passion for walking alongside individuals as they navigate healing, growth, and transformation. With extensive clinical experience, he specialize in helping clients move beyond anxiety, depression, trauma, self-hatred, and relational wounds—toward emotional resilience, self-acceptance, and confident, purpose-filled living.

Shawn's therapeutic style is deeply authentic and integrative—honoring the whole person: mind, body, and spirit.

Shawn uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, mindfulness and meditation. He will help you figure out how to break the habits of the mind so that you can live the life you want to live.

Shawn is a father, a son, a brother and a friend. He knows that life can be hard for a number of different reasons. In a safe and caring environment, Shawn will help you work through difficult thoughts, emotions (about yourself and others), and behaviors so that you can live your best life NOW.

Message to clients

Hi, and thanks so much for checking out my site. I am very much looking forward to meeting and working with you. I understand that 'doing' therapy can be hard sometimes, but try not to worry... because we will get through this together. The adventure we will embark on will help us get to the root of whatever might be troubling you, and together we will identify ways to help you think and feel better about your life journey.

I'm a father, a son, a brother and a friend. I know that life can be hard for a number of different reasons. In a safe and caring environment, I want to help you work through difficult thoughts, emotions (about yourself and others), and behaviors so that you can live your best life NOW.

Work and Education

Years of Experience: 15 years

Castlebrook Counseling Services, Mental Health Therapist, 2020 - Present
Clark University, Mental Health Therapist, 2017 - 2025
Luk, Inc, Mental Health Therapist, 2011 - 2018

Licensure

Massachusetts: 11509 - New Hampshire: 4949

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)

Couples counseling - Addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; strengthening communication and feelings of security, desire, connection, and love

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

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

Spirituality & religion - Exploring beliefs and practices related to meaning, existence, and spiritual health and healing; enjoying a deeper felt connection with the spiritual dimension of one's life

Life purpose & meaning - Exploring one’s beliefs and values around life purpose, meaning, and spirituality; addressing the barriers to living a life that feels fulfilling, including instigating change or developing new habits

General expertise

Treatment approaches

Clientele

  • Adults (24+)
  • Couples
  • Parents
  • Seniors (65+)
  • Young adults (18-24)

Locations & Hours

Insurance

  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (in-network in MA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA HMO (in-network in MA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA PPO (in-network in MA)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (in-network in MA)
  • Harvard Pilgrim (in-network in MA)
  • Harvard Pilgrim/United (in-network in MA)
  • Optum (in-network in MA)
  • Tufts Health Plan (in-network in MA)
  • United Healthcare (in-network in MA)

Out-of-pocket fees

  • Individual sessions:$125 (50min)
  • Sliding scale:$65 - $125
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