Shana Schmitz, LPC

Shana Schmitz, LPC

Psychotherapist
OR
Shana Schmitz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Fox University, earned in 2017. She specializes in trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, suicidality, and anxiety disorders. Shana provides client-centered positive psychology, combining techniques such as Trauma-Informed CBT, DBT, EFT, SFBT, IFS, and Somatic Therapy approaches, including body-based, polyvagal, and neurobiological methods. She is currently completing training in Complex PTSD and CCPT-II certification. Shana’s philosophy emphasizes walking beside her clients on their journey, utilizing individualized, evidence-based treatments with non-judgmental empathy, compassion, genuine curiosity, and gentle guidance. She values trust-building and active collaboration within the therapeutic relationship, recognizing the complexities and unexpected turns that may arise during therapy. Since 2018, Shana has worked with non-profit organizations providing community mental health care, serving a diverse clientele through various mental health challenges and life transitions. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, engaging in outdoor activities such as camping, being on the water, and landscaping.
Highly recommended
97% of patients gave this doctor 5 stars

Book an appointment on Zocdoc

The office partners with Zocdoc to schedule appointments
External video visit

Scheduling details

  1. See if they are in network

Today, Apr 4 – Fri, Apr 17
At the moment, there's no availability on Zocdoc for the selected date range and appointment type at this location.
View more availability

What patients are saying

Overall rating

4.97

About Shana Schmitz

Focus areas

Anxiety
Mental Health Problem
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Depression
Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
Social Anxiety
Insomnia
Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
Culturally Sensitive
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Emotionally Focused
Compassion Focused
Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shana Schmitz

Shana Schmitz is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from George Fox University, earned in 2017. She specializes in trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorders, mood disorders, suicidality, and anxiety disorders. Shana provides client-centered positive psychology, combining techniques such as Trauma-Informed CBT, DBT, EFT, SFBT, IFS, and Somatic Therapy approaches, including body-based, polyvagal, and neurobiological methods. She is currently completing training in Complex PTSD and CCPT-II certification. Shana’s philosophy emphasizes walking beside her clients on their journey, utilizing individualized, evidence-based treatments with non-judgmental empathy, compassion, genuine curiosity, and gentle guidance. She values trust-building and active collaboration within the therapeutic relationship, recognizing the complexities and unexpected turns that may arise during therapy. Since 2018, Shana has worked with non-profit organizations providing community mental health care, serving a diverse clientele through various mental health challenges and life transitions. Outside of her professional life, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, engaging in outdoor activities such as camping, being on the water, and landscaping.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available to all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by such publications as Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind and Everyday Health among others.

What is your typical process for working with clients?

After you request your appointment, you will be sent an invite link for Brightside Health. You will need to enter your insurance and payment information to confirm your appointment.During your initial consultation we will craft a treatment plan personalized to your needs, and schedule follow-up appointments as needed. You will also be able message me directly at anytime via the messaging section of your Brightside Health portal - a tool where will also track your progress, access resources, and see your treatment plan details.

Is this doctor in your insurance network?

Enter your insurance carrier and plan
  1. choose insurance

In-network insurances

Aetna
BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
200+ more in-network plans

Don’t see your insurance?

It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more

Popular visit reasons

Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Pain Management Consultation
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Hoarding Disorder
New Patient Visit
Nightmares
Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Education and training

  • George Fox University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

NPI number

1023510922

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.97
Trust Banner Shield
Your trust is our top concern, so providers can't pay to alter or remove reviews. We also don't publish reviews that contain any private patient health information. Learn more here
30 reviews
Most relevant
Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Shana Schmitz?

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

Is Shana Schmitz accepting new patients?

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

Does Shana Schmitz accept my insurance?

Choose your insurance plan to verify if Shana Schmitz is in-network.

Can I make an appointment with Shana Schmitz online?

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

What practice does Shana Schmitz work with?

What are common reasons for patients to see Shana Schmitz?

Shana Schmitz 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 Shana Schmitz on their profile.

What languages does Shana Schmitz speak?

Shana Schmitz speaks English.

Find doctors

ZocdocPsychotherapistsShana Schmitz, LPC