Shaakira Gillette, LCSW, PA | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.96

“It has been amazing working with Shaakira. I have worked with therapist before and none have ever gotten down to the work that I need to do the way she has. If you are ready to put in the work to heal, Shaakira is the therapist for you!”

More than 1 year ago

“Shaakira has been wonderful to work with, I feel like I'm making progress in my personal growth and releasing old paradigms. Highly reccomend especially to fellow Black/Brown folks who are looking for someone who understands the unique experience of being Black/Brown in our society.”

More than 1 year ago

About Shaakira Gillette

Focus areas

Anxiety

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling

Stress Management

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Trauma Focused

Eclectic

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shaakira Gillette

Everything is energy, and energy connects everything. Our practice combines mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, meditation, and eclectic stress reduction techniques to bring clarity and meaning to your environment. We teach you to be intentional with your thoughts, harness the power of breath, create your reality, and overcome obstacles by resetting and re-centering your emotions. Shaakira is a Licensed Practitioner in Pennsylvania with over twenty years of experience in Behavioral Health. Her modality is Holistic Therapy, supporting alignment of Mind (Mental Health), Body (Physical Health), Emotional, and Spiritual aspects. Ailments are not isolated; imbalance in one aspect causes distress in others. This practice harmonizes all elements of a person. With a Dual Master?s in Social Work from Bryn Mawr College and Public Health, Shaakira examines the whole person, including family dynamics, trauma effects, socialization, ecology, and environment. Her techniques combine cognitive behavior therapy with mindfulness, introspective activities, metaphysics, and holistic practices. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, she treats Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder symptoms while educating on chronic stress effects on body and mind. Her prescription is meditation and self-awareness?to explore stored emotions and challenge cognitive distortions and limiting beliefs. As a Board-Certified Clinical Hypnotherapist, Shaakira offers guided hypnosis to facilitate subconscious awareness. ?There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.? ? Maya Angelou At Synchronicity, we take a deeper look at every aspect of life. Rooted in Eastern philosophy, we believe everything has meaning and is connected. Our goal for you: Be Brave, Be Magical & Be Well!

What should a new client know about working with you?

Where are you with your relationship with YOU. Our first session is dedicated to exploring domains of everyday living to see what we need to give energy to. Therapy sessions go incredibly fast, and we discuss so many different things, that I give you exercises to keep you focused on the areas you want to grow through. To heal we need to feel, and therapy can be painful, scary, and confusing. Together we work through these emotions to get to a space of healing.

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More information on payments and coverage

Payment is due after each session and will be charged with your card on file for any portion of patient responsibility. Receipts will be provided at the time of the charge. This typically takes place 2-4 weeks after the session, once your insurance has had a chance to process the claim. We try our best to verify eligibility, but it is ultimately your responsibility to check coverage and out-of-pocket costs for services. For out-of-network visits, you will be billed at the provider’s self-pay rate, and we can provide an invoice for you to submit to your insurance for potential out-of-network reimbursement based on your plan’s benefits

Popular visit reasons

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Stress Management

Therapy

Childhood Trauma

Cognitive Therapy

Depression

Psychotherapy

Education and background

Practice names

Grow Therapy

Education and training

Bryn Mawr College, Master's in Social Service

NPI number

1609322437

Patient reviews

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Overall rating

4.96

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Shaakira is an excellent therapist. I look forward to our sessions. I am happy with my choice.