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Shervonne Banks

Shervonne Banks

LCSW

Practical, mindful therapy for everyday change

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisPregnancy and childbirthSelf-loveSomatizationWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Connecticut, Virginia, Washington

Languages

English

Licenses listed

  • LCSW, Connecticut012104
  • LCSW, Virginia0904014396
  • LICSW, WashingtonSWI.LW.61527370
  • NPI 1033398003

As listed on the therapist's profile. You can check a license with the state licensing board and an NPI in the national registry.

  • Mindfulness-informed care
  • Goal focused methods
  • Strengths based approach

About Shervonne

Shervonne Banks is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing from Virginia. She brings four years of clinical therapy experience and two decades of community-focused work with people ready to change their circumstances. Shervonne focuses on practical steps that help people feel steadier day to day. She uses straightforward language and a calm manner in sessions.

Her approach blends mindfulness with goal-focused methods. She draws from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and solution-focused ideas. Sessions often aim to identify small shifts that add up to clearer thinking and more balanced energy.

Shervonne commonly helps people managing stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and addiction concerns. She also supports issues like caregiver stress, chronic illness and pain, sleeping difficulties, career transitions, and coping with life changes. Other areas addressed include compassion fatigue, hospice and end-of-life concerns, and navigating isolation or midlife questions.

In therapy she treats each person as the expert on their story. Conversations move between noticing patterns, practicing mindful awareness, and testing new behaviors. Clients work on actionable skills, clearer priorities, and ways to reduce overwhelm.

Her style is collaborative and strengths-based. She aims to make sessions engaging and thought-provoking while helping clients strengthen accountability and clarity. People who want practical tools combined with reflective work may find this approach useful.

How mindfulness and practical therapies work online

Mindfulness Therapy helps people pause and notice thoughts, feelings, and bodily sensations without judging them; it can be useful for anxiety, stress, and managing strong emotions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new behaviors to reduce symptoms like depression and excessive worry. Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, emphasizes skills for managing intense emotion, improving distress tolerance, and strengthening interpersonal effectiveness.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will talk with the client about their needs, goals, and preferences and together they decide which methods to try. Plans can change over time as goals shift or new challenges appear.

Session formats are not specified in the profile, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It also makes it possible for people in different locations to work with the same licensed professional. Discuss practical needs during your matching process so sessions can be scheduled in a way that matches daily routines and obligations.

These summaries are based on the profile information listed on BetterHelp. Listing mindfulness as an approach does not mean a therapist holds a formal mindfulness training or certificate.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, grief, anger, low self-esteem, depression, and addiction issues. She also helps with caregiver stress, chronic pain or illness, sleeping problems, and life transitions.

What is her therapeutic style like?

Her style combines mindfulness with practical tools. Sessions focus on small behavior changes, reflective work, and goal-focused steps to reduce overwhelm.

How much clinical experience does she have?

She has four years of clinical therapy experience and more than 20 years working with community members in related roles.

What are her credentials and where is she based?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, listed as LCSW, and practices from Virginia.

Which languages are sessions offered in?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can she work with people outside the United States?

She accepts international clients. Please confirm any scheduling details when you sign up.

How do session costs work?

Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin therapy with her?

Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

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