Shenika Whitaker-Carlos
LCSW, CSOTP • Licensed Clinical Social Worker
About
Shenika Whitaker-Carlos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider at Discovery Counseling & Consulting. She works with youth and families, addressing mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
Whitaker-Carlos's career spans over two decades, with roles including Corrections Counselor and Mental Health Therapist. She holds a Master's in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her extensive experience provides her with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by people and families.
Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Clients can expect a supportive environment where they develop effective coping skills and work towards personal goals. Her practice is grounded in evidence based methods.
About
Shenika Whitaker-Carlos is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider at Discovery Counseling & Consulting. She works with youth and families, addressing mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance abuse.
Whitaker-Carlos's career spans over two decades, with roles including Corrections Counselor and Mental Health Therapist. She holds a Master's in Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University. Her extensive experience provides her with a comprehensive understanding of the challenges faced by people and families.
Her therapeutic approach includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. Clients can expect a supportive environment where they develop effective coping skills and work towards personal goals. Her practice is grounded in evidence based methods.
Qualifications
Education
- Master of Social Work, VA
Certifications, Memberships & Training
- Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing
- Motivational Interviewing
- Cannabis Youth Treatment
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Aggression Replacement Training
State Licenses
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Specialties & Expertise
Specializations
- Addiction
- Anger Management
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child or Adolescent
- Depression
- Eating Disorders
- Self-Harm
- Substance Abuse
- Trauma
State Licenses
- Virginia
Compliance
- HIPAA Compliant
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Locations
Discovery Counseling & Consulting - Hungary Spring Office
7760 Shrader Rd, b
Richmond, VA 23228