What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.81
Average wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.79
“Dr. Howard is an exceptional therapist who has had a profound impact on my healing journey. Through our sessions, she has helped me uncover and work through deeply rooted childhood and relationship trauma that I had struggled to process for years. Her compassionate approach, insightful guidance, and unwavering support have empowered me to make meaningful breakthroughs and begin to truly heal. I’m incredibly grateful for her expertise and the safe space she creates for growth and transformation.”
CPLess than 1 year ago
“I have truly enjoyed her insight and knowledge as I go into this journey of self work. She uses the knowledge gathered to give a therapist eye with a personal and relatable touch.”
NTMore than 1 year ago
About Shannon Howard
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused
Narrative
Identity
Gender
FemaleEthnicity
Black or African American
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Shannon Howard
Great to meet you! I am Dr. Shannon Howard, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LCPC, LPC) for the states of DC & MD, a Certified Life Coach, and an Author. I have been helping individuals, children, couples, and families navigate grief and loss, trauma, anxiety, adjustment, depression and more for over 24 years.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Clients would describe my therapy style as authentic, empowering and open-minded. I provide client-centered, integrative counseling designed to honor your lived experience. Whether facing anxiety, trauma, grief, loss, depression, fear, emotional distress, relationship issues, communication struggles, problem-solving, or major life changes, I'm here to help you develop strength, gain clarity, balance, confidence, and ultimately thrive.
I possess specialized training in areas of trauma, specifically in the assessment and treatment of sex offenders and survivors of sexual assault. I have worked in an adult inpatient psychiatric hospital, a day program for adults with chronic and acute mental illness, as well as on an outpatient basis as a private practitioner and with a group practice. I worked with Parole and Probation to help clients maintain compliance and management while on the registry. As a Certified Life Coach, I help coaching clients discover what they truly desire. We collaborate to create a roadmap to move you forward and build a future that feels grounded and authentic to you.
At present, I offer a full range of services and am open to accepting new virtual clients.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
My approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and enhanced by mindfulness techniques that help address the impact of life's challenges on daily functioning. Together, we work toward goals of personal growth, self-compassion, healing, and overall wellness.
I use a holistic therapy approach, which considers the connection between mind, body, and spirit, while an integrative approach aims to offer treatment, versus just a diagnosis. The goals with this approach are to help empower you, help you develop problem-solving skills, and to help further enhance your existing management skills that promote long term growth.
Each client is unique and receives individualized care. This is the catalyst behind my counseling and coaching methodology.
I enjoy serving diverse communities. Collaborating with women is a passion of mine. Helping them navigate relationships, marriage, children, divorce and coping as a caregiver are areas of unique interest to me. I also enjoy my work with men, especially men in the military, those transitioning from military life to retirement and navigating life thereafter.
As an LGBTQIA+ allied therapist, I provide a safe sex-positive environment, which is kink-friendly and nonjudgmental. I help clients navigate open relationships (ENM), polyamory, and other non-traditional relationships. If you live in these spaces, you deserve a therapist who understands your specific/unique lifestyle dynamics.
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In-network insurances
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 55 minutes
Ongoing session: $175 for 55 minutes
More information on payments and coverage
Our practice, Tau Counseling Services of Maryland, uses an EMR and insurance claims/billing service called Headway. When you schedule with me, you agree to allow us to register you for a client portal on Headway so that we can bill your insurance after each session.
Within 24 hours of scheduling with me through ZocDoc, you will receive an email inviting you to confirm your client portal on Headway. Here you will be asked to enter a form of payment to cover deductibles and copays.
We will verify that your specific plan covers mental health services or set you up for self-pay. Once that is verified, we will take care of billing your insurance after each session, or, if you are self-pay, we will provide you with a superbill if you are using your out-of-network benefits.
We cannot see anyone with Medicare, Medicare Advantage or Medicaid at this time.
We are OUT-OF-NETWORK with the BCBS FEDERAL EMPLOYEE PLAN.
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Argosy University, PsyD in Clinical Psychology
- Towson University, Master's in Clinical Psychology
NPI number
1164562278
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.81
Wait time
4.74
Bedside manner
4.79
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I really enjoyed the session. It really helped me to understand the situations that I am going through.
More than 1 year agoMH
I m enjoying my time with Dr Howard. These sessions have been very refreshing and enlightening.
More than 1 year agoCS
Visit are always great, I just would appreciate more available later weekday times.
More than 1 year agoSM
I really appreciate my therapist . She really takes her time with me .
More than 1 year agoDM
She is truly amazing at hr job , and very supportive of hr clients
More than 1 year agoDM
Dr. Howard was calm approachable and professional!
August 20, 2023Zoe B.Verified patient
Dr. Howard is an exceptional therapist who has had a profound impact on my healing journey. Through our sessions, she has helped me uncover and work through deeply rooted childhood and relationship trauma that I had struggled to process for years. Her compassionate approach, insightful guidance, and unwavering support have empowered me to make meaningful breakthroughs and begin to truly heal. I’m incredibly grateful for her expertise and the safe space she creates for growth and transformation.
Less than 1 year agoCP
I have truly enjoyed her insight and knowledge as I go into this journey of self work. She uses the knowledge gathered to give a therapist eye with a personal and relatable touch.
More than 1 year agoNT
My visits with Dr. Howard comes with such great ease. She so authentic and can connect with you. I really appreciate her and our sessions.
More than 1 year agoSM
I truly enjoy my visits with Dr. Howard. I have had 6 therapists during my life and besides the first one who took me to Disneyland, I have never had any real connections with them. One of the things I appreciate about Dr. Howard is that she is honest, even when you don't want honesty, but you need it. It is hard to explain, so I will do the best I can. When truly sad, she knows how to gently comfort you, and when maybe you might be pouting, she knows how to switch her tone to match what is needed in the moment. To sum it up, she may not be for everyone. If you are looking for someone to coddle and baby you, and expect her to do all the work for you, she may not be the one for you. But if you are willing to put in the work, acknowledge and appreciate when she doesn't baby you, and overall, someone who is going to tell you the absolute truth - because we need to hear it, Dr. Howard is that one.
More than 1 year agoKD
The environment is always super comfortable and I've never had a problem with opening up about my feelings or experiences. The feedback, skills and tools given to me by Dr. Howard has always been on point for me and I've never felt as if I've been pointed in the wrong direction or not properly heard by her. Overall, my sessions with Dr. Howard are always incredibly positive and productive.
More than 1 year agoAD
When I first started seeing Dr. Howard I was so afraid of opening up and sharing pieces of my life, now I’m so glad I stuck it out. She’s comforted me, guided me, and given me the tools necessary to keep growing and thriving.
More than 1 year agoRL
Dr. Howard is very experienced and professional. She is considerate of how previous experiences may have impacted patients and their viewpoints and is honest in her assessments. I am really appreciative to have found such a great therapist.
More than 1 year agoJH
My visits with Dr Howard are awesome. Dr Shannon is my life saver. Not that I was thinking of taking my life, but I’m able to handle stressful situations and people. I’m able to open up to her in ways I’ve never been able to before. She has helped me tremendously. I recommend her highly.
More than 1 year agoRH
Dr. Howard has to be one of the most down-to-earth and knowledgeable therapists I’ve had. She shows empathy and empowers you to think freely and openly about your experiences. Whenever I speak on triggers, she helps me to explore those triggers and dig a little deeper. I’ve been seeing her for a little over two months now and I’m excited to continue my journey!
More than 1 year agoNM
Dr. Howard is SO caring and knowledgeable. She takes any and all goals set by the patient very serious and will hold you accountable. Over the past four years, Dr. Howard has obviously seen me through many seasons and moments of my life and her care and support has been consistent throughout. She takes her job very serious and is committed to helping you reach your goals.
More than 1 year agoAS
After a technical issue with the televisit, this provider charged me as a no show against the platform policy. Then when customer service requested the refund, she referred me to another provider for anger management as a retaliative measure when I was seeking care for smthg else. Highly unprofessional. Do not recommend.
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Is Shannon Howard accepting new patients?
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Does Shannon Howard accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Shannon Howard online?
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What practice does Shannon Howard work with?
Shannon Howard works with Tau Counseling Services.
What are common reasons for patients to see Shannon Howard?
Shannon Howard frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shannon Howard on their profile.
What languages does Shannon Howard speak?
Shannon Howard speaks English.
How do patients rate Shannon Howard in reviews?
21 patients have reviewed Shannon Howard. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.81/5. They have a 4.79/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.74/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.