Shāna L McKissick
MA, LPC • Licensed Professional Counselor
About
Imagine a compassionate guide ready to help you unlearn old patterns and embrace new perspectives. That's Shāna L McKissick, MA, LPC, a licensed professional counselor with New Point of View Counseling in the Ahwatukee Foothills of Arizona. Drawing inspiration from the wisdom of Yoda, Shāna believes in the power of transformative change and the importance of facing challenges head-on.
Shāna specializes in treating complex trauma, relationship distress, and a wide range of emotional struggles. Her areas of expertise include codependency, borderline personality disorder (BPD), childhood trauma, adult parent-child issues, parental alienation, self-esteem, depression, anxiety, divorce, separation, abandonment, and LGBTQIA issues. This diverse skill set allows her to offer a holistic approach to healing and growth, meeting clients exactly where they are in their journey.
With advanced training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Emotional Focused Couples Therapy, and the Gottman Method for couples, Shāna provides evidence-based interventions tailored to each client's unique needs. Her educational background includes a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Argosy University, Phoenix, and she is licensed by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners.
Shāna creates a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore their emotions, develop coping strategies, and strengthen their sense of self-worth and identity. She employs an empathetic and nurturing approach, believing in the power of storytelling to heal both the narrator and the listener. Shāna often incorporates humor and play into her sessions, drawing parallels between life's challenges and the wisdom found in Star Wars, particularly the teachings of Yoda.
In Shāna's view, mental health is just as crucial as physical health. She is deeply committed to guiding her clients towards greater self-awareness and emotional well-being. Whether you're seeking support for past traumas, struggling with relationship difficulties, or navigating issues related to self-esteem, depression, anxiety, or family dynamics, Shāna is prepared to accompany you on your journey of healing and transformation. With her guidance, you can begin to unlearn what no longer serves you and embrace a new point of view, leading to a more fulfilling life.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Phoenix, AZ
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Training
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy Training
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Training
- Person-Centered Therapy Training
- Emotion Focused Couples Therapy Training
- Gottman Method for Couples Training
State Licenses
- Licensed Professional Counselor, AZ
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality Disorder
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- PTSD
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Abuse or Assault
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Arizona
Race, Gender & Sexual Sensitivities
- LGBTQ+ Allied
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Locations
New Point of View Counseling - Phoenix Office
16815 S Desert Foothills Pkwy, STE 134
Phoenix, AZ 85048