Last edited 08/16/2022

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Shakirah Forde
LCSW

Accepting New Clients
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Specialties
Specializes in
DepressionAnxietyRelationship IssuesLGBTQIA related issuesCoping Skills
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyWork StressRelationship IssuesLoss/GriefSelf-EsteemSocial AnxietyAnger managementAttachment issuesCaregiver stress & supportCommunication issuesDivorce & separationIdentity developmentLGBTQIA related issuesLife transitionsPanic attacks & panic disorderPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)TraumaCoping SkillsCouples
Treatment Approaches
Family Systems TherapyPerson-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingAttachment-Based TherapySolution-Focused Brief TherapyInterpersonal PsychotherapyMarriage and Family TherapyPsychodynamic Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Family TherapyIndividual TherapyMarriage & Couples Counseling
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)
Languages
English
Professional Background
LicensureGeorgia, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, CSW006433New York, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, 089428
Training/CertificationsCertification For Animal Assisted Therapy and Healing Power of Pets
Education
Masters In Social Work
Bachelors of Science in Social work
Work HistoryI have 7+ years of experience as a counselor. I began my career working with homeless Veterans, moved to working with adults with acute medical illnesses, and now serve individuals suffering a range of disorders including Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. Many of them also dealing with co-current medical problems. I specialize in working with the LGBTQ community and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. Sometimes we can feel so low, we feel there is no longer a reason to live because life seems too painful or so alone we think no one will miss us. I help my clients see a different future; A better future. I help them identify and resolve the triggers that are causing these negative symptoms and come up with a realistic plan to turn their life around and start enjoying things again. I use interventions such as CBT, psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, and solution-focused therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy. Shakirah Forde, LCSW, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
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