Shannon Caraway , LCSW

Shannon Caraway is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) practicing in Arkansas who transitioned into mental health after a long career in education. He spent 18 years working in educational settings before moving into behavioral health roles as a case manager and admissions coordinator. After three years in those positions he completed a Master of Social Work and began his work as a therapist.

His clinical background includes experience in geriatric and adult inpatient psychiatric care, as well as outpatient services, day treatment programs, and school-based services. Shannon has worked with a wide age range of clients - his youngest client was 3 years old and his oldest was 99 - and he aims to connect with people across the lifespan. He draws on social work training and practical experience to support clients through life transitions, challenges, and growth, focusing on approaches that fit each individual’s needs and circumstances.

Applying CBT and Solution-Focused Therapy in Online Care

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, helps clients identify unhelpful thinking patterns and learn practical strategies to change behaviors and reactions; it is often used for anxiety, stress, and mood concerns and emphasizes skills that can be practiced between sessions. Solution-Focused Therapy concentrates on goals and strengths, using brief, focused conversations to build on what is already working in a person’s life and to develop concrete steps toward positive change.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shannon works with clients to explore which methods align with their goals, preferences, and day-to-day realities, and adjusts the plan as progress unfolds. This collaborative stance helps tailor care to each individual rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with a licensed professional - by video call, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging - which can make scheduling easier and reduce travel time. These options allow therapy to fit into different routines and life demands while maintaining a focus on practical, goal-oriented work.