Last edited 05/29/2025
Dr. Shawna Urbanski
She / Her / Hers
Accepting New Clients
Online in Colorado, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming
Identifies As
She / Her / HersWoman, CisgenderWhiteHeterosexualAgnosticismGen X
Get To Know Me
What would be important for someone to know about working with you?
I have a very informal style. I prefer to have genuine conversations which means I share information about myself as I have to practice what I preach the same as every other human does. I use humor in my practice as I believe it's important to be able to laugh at ourselves while honoring our struggle.
In what ways does your personality influence your approach to therapy?
My personality completely influences how I work. I admit it...I'm a raging Type A, perfectionistic, caregiver personality. I have always been this and I always will be. I have found lots of helpful aspects of my personality and my journey has included becoming more aware and challenging of the hurtful aspects of my personality. While I do not experience the world as I did when I was younger, I am still the same person. I've learned to honor and reality check my personality which I think is the avenue to take in learning how to completely embrace your true self.
How does collaboration with other providers play into your work?
I have worked independently for many years but I have always sought out consultation from my colleagues. If anyone feels they have "mastered" their work, or their life, that's when to be concerned. There is always more I can learn which allows me to grow personally and professionally. Believing you know it all is not quality and isn't what I want to bring into my work. I welcome collaboration and being given alternative perspectives to help me gain a larger knowledge.
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Specialties
Specializes in
Loss/GriefSelf-EsteemIdentity developmentLife transitionsMood disorders
General Expertise
DepressionAnxietyWork StressRelationship IssuesSexuality Based IssuesBorderline Personality DisorderSocial AnxietyADHDAging related concernsAutism spectrum disorderBody image issuesCaregiver stress & supportChronic painCommunication issuesDevelopmental disordersPost-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)Coping SkillsNeurodiversityBurnout
Treatment Approaches
Mindfulness PracticesPerson-Centered TherapyNarrative TherapyDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Positive PsychologyPsychodynamic Therapy
Clientele
Types of Therapy
Individual Therapy
Serves Ages
Young Adults (18-24)Adults (25-65)Seniors (65+)Adolescents (13-17)
Languages
English
Insurance & Fees
Insurances Accepted
AetnaBlue Cross Blue ShieldCignaKaiser
Cash Pay Rates/Out-of-Pocket
| First Session: | $200 |
| Individual Therapy: | $200 |
Professional Background
LicensureColorado, Licensed Psychologist, 3679Alabama, APIT, 18311Arizona, APIT, 18311Arkansas, APIT, 18311Connecticut, APIT, 18311Delaware, APIT, 18311District Of Columbia, APIT, 18311Florida, APIT, 18311Georgia, APIT, 18311Idaho, APIT, 18311Illinois, APIT, 18311Indiana, APIT, 18311Kansas, APIT, 18311Kentucky, APIT, 18311Maine, APIT, 18311Maryland, APIT, 18311Michigan, APIT, 18311Minnesota, APIT, 18311Mississippi, APIT, 18311Missouri, APIT, 18311Nebraska, APIT, 18311Nevada, APIT, 18311New Hampshire, APIT, 18311New Jersey, APIT, 18311North Carolina, APIT, 18311North Dakota, APIT, 18311Ohio, APIT, 18311Oklahoma, APIT, 18311Pennsylvania, APIT, 18311Rhode Island, APIT, 18311South Carolina, APIT, 18311Tennessee, APIT, 18311Texas, APIT, 18311Utah, APIT, 18311Virginia, APIT, 18311Washington, APIT, 18311West Virginia, APIT, 18311Wisconsin, APIT, 18311Wyoming, APIT, 18311
Education
Graduate School of Professional Psychology at the University of Denver, Doctorate of Psychology, Clinical Psychology with special focus in Adult Psychopathology, 2010 — Doctoral Paper Topic: Using Auditory Hallucinations as a Therapeutic Tool
Was president of school association for 2 years.
Work HistoryI earned a Bachelor's in Psychology in 1999. That landed me a job in day care and then eventually within the Developmental Disability system. I was a resource coordinator and intake coordinator for about 5 years before I returned to school for my graduate journey. I earned a MA in counseling psychology in 2005 and my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology in 2010. I held externships in community mental health, addiction services, forensic setting, and inpatient settings. Upon leaving graduate school, I worked in community mental health for 6 years with 5 of those being with adult with mental health diagnosis as well as a developmental/intellectual disability diagnosis. From there I moved into integrated healthcare where I was located within primary care settings assisting physicians and members from OBGYN, to pediatrics, to family/internal medicine, to specialized intense medial needs, and those impacted by interpersonal violence. I chose to move into full-time private practice in June 2024 to move closer to connecting to the work which brought me into the field and my passion to help normalize mental health care and teach people how to empower themselves through therapy.
Frequently Asked Questions
It’s not uncommon to have questions before starting therapy.
Dr. Shawna Urbanski, Licensed Psychologist, APIT, has answered a few of the questions they receive most often from new clients.
Is Shawna Urbanski accepting new clients?
Yes, Shawna Urbanski is accepting new clients for online therapy in Colorado, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
Does Shawna Urbanski accept insurance?
Yes, Shawna Urbanski accepts insurance, including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna and Kaiser.
What types of therapy does Shawna Urbanski offer?
Shawna Urbanski offers therapy for individuals.
Does Shawna Urbanski offer in-person appointments?
No, but people in Colorado, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming can book Shawna Urbanski for virtual appointments (teletherapy).
Does Shawna Urbanski offer online therapy?
Yes, Shawna Urbanski offers online therapy via video sessions to people in Colorado, Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin and Wyoming.
How quickly can I see Shawna Urbanski?
Shawna Urbanski typically can speak with new clients within 48 hours. You can see their current general office hours and request an appointment on their profile page.
What languages does Shawna Urbanski speak?
Shawna Urbanski conducts therapy sessions in English.
Can I book an appointment with Shawna Urbanski online?
Yes, you can easily book an appointment with Shawna Urbanski online using ChoosingTherapy.com’s directory.
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