Shakyra Winston, LCSW, IL | Psychotherapist

About Shakyra Winston

Focus areas

BIPOC Mental Health Issues

Gender Affirming Counseling

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

LGBTQ+ Counseling

Sex Therapy

Couples Therapy

Marriage Counseling

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Teenagers (13-17)

Treatment approaches

Attachment-based

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Compassion Focused

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Culturally Sensitive

Identity

Gender

Female

Sexuality

Queer

Faith

Nonreligious

Ethnicity

Black or African American

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shakyra Winston

What should a new client know about working with you?

I have experience providing talk therapy to survivors of abuse, people of all genders and ethnicities, LGBTQIA+ folks, and couples. My experience includes working with postpartum depression, single parent related issues, intimacy related issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, interpersonal/relational issues, and day to day stressors. I am particularly passionate about working with Black and Brown people, LGBTQIA+ identities, parents, and non-monogamous/polyamorous communities. This is a kink, BDSM, ENM, and sex work friendly and affirming space for all people. I have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sex Therapy, and Solution-focused Therapy. In the past, I was certified and passionate about providing doula services to pregnant folks. This assists my therapy services with parents and postpartum folks now. I often utilize humor and directness to assist my clients.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

I utilize a strength-based, trauma-focused, and humanistic approach to assist clients in exploring the way their identities, past experiences, thoughts, feelings, and behaviors present in their internal and external relationship(s). I am committed to continuing education, diversity, social justice, advocacy, and sexual liberation for all people.

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Popular visit reasons

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Mindful Therapy & Wellness -- Shakyra Winston

Education and training

Aurora University, Master's in Social Work
Adler University, Certificate in Sex Therapy and Sex Education

NPI number

1548924665

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Shakyra Winston?

Generally, Shakyra Winston has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Shakyra Winston's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Shakyra Winston accepting new patients?

Shakyra Winston generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Shakyra Winston's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Shakyra Winston accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Shakyra Winston online?

Yes, you can make an appointment online with Shakyra Winston using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.

What practice does Shakyra Winston work with?

Shakyra Winston works with Mindful Therapy & Wellness -- Shakyra Winston.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shakyra Winston?

Shakyra Winston frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Shakyra Winston on their profile.