Shannon Rick , LCSW

Shannon Rick is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in New York who takes a client-centered, solution-focused approach to therapy. As an LCSW, she has advanced training in clinical social work and is authorized to provide professional counseling and clinical support. Her work centers on understanding each person as a whole and partnering with them to design a treatment plan that reflects their strengths and goals.

She has experience supporting people affected by substance use disorders, mood disorders, and a wide range of family concerns. Her practice also addresses anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, parenting challenges, and struggles with self-esteem and confidence. Shannon often helps clients build practical communication and relationship skills while addressing the impact of life changes, caregiver stress, and co-occurring conditions.

Using evidence-informed methods, Shannon combines cognitive behavioral strategies, motivational interviewing, client-centered principles, dialectical and mindfulness-based techniques, and strengths-based approaches to tailor care to each person's needs. She emphasizes collaborative planning so clients move toward more productive, fulfilling lives at a pace that feels right for them. Beginning therapy can require courage, and Shannon aims to meet clients with gentle, practical support as they take that first step.

Approaches that guide online therapy sessions

Client-centered therapy focuses on the individual and their personal experience, creating a supportive space where a therapist listens closely and helps clients find their own solutions. This approach is useful for improving self-esteem, strengthening relationships, and navigating life transitions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. It is often applied to anxiety, depression, stress, and mood-related concerns to build practical coping skills and problem-solving strategies.

Motivational Interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that increases motivation to make positive changes, especially helpful for addictions and stages of ambivalence about behavioral change.

Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Shannon works collaboratively with clients to assess their needs, goals, and preferences, then tailors techniques so therapy aligns with what matters most to the individual. This collaborative exploration helps identify which methods will be most effective for each person.

Online therapy offers flexibility - sessions can occur by video call or phone, and shorter interactions are possible through live chat or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit care into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access licensed professionals from different locations when appropriate.