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William Shahan

LCSW

William Shahan , LCSW

Therapist in Oklahoma

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About William

William Shahan is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 32 years of experience helping adults navigate difficult emotional and life challenges. He brings a depth-oriented, compassionate approach that centers on understanding each person's history, strengths, and the patterns that shape their present experience. By combining careful listening with practical skill-building, he helps clients develop emotion regulation, coping strategies, and clearer pathways toward meaningful change.

His practice focuses on a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, stress, anger, and self-esteem difficulties. He also works with related life issues such as aging and geriatric concerns, attachment and personality issues, divorce and separation, hospice and end-of-life adjustments, and sexual dysfunction. Whether addressing panic, obsessive-compulsive patterns, post-traumatic stress, or questions of life purpose, he aims to support individuals in recovering stability and discovering inner resilience.

William emphasizes professional guidance delivered with empathy and respect. His goal is to create a therapeutic environment where clients can safely explore challenges, learn practical tools, and pursue sustainable improvements in mood, relationships, and overall functioning.

Depth-Oriented Care and Practical Online Support



William integrates depth-oriented therapy with focused work on emotion regulation and trauma recovery. Depth-oriented therapy explores life patterns and underlying emotional themes to help clients understand how past experiences influence current reactions and relationships. This approach can be helpful for those seeking insight into long-standing difficulties and patterns of thinking or relating.

He also emphasizes practical skills for managing intense emotions and stress. These evidence-based coping strategies teach concrete ways to reduce anxiety, handle panic episodes, and respond differently to anger or intrusive thoughts, supporting improved day-to-day functioning.

Finding the right combination of approaches is a collaborative process. William partners with each person to assess needs, goals, and preferences, then adjusts the therapeutic methods over time to find what works best for the individual.

Online therapy with William is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, making it easier to fit care into busy schedules and varied lifestyles. These options provide flexibility for connecting from home or while traveling, and they support consistent access to a licensed professional even when in-person visits are not feasible.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does William Shahan have?

William Shahan has 32 years of experience working as a therapist.

Is William Shahan a licensed therapist?

Yes. He holds the credential LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker. His license details are OK LCSW 2196.

In which languages does William Shahan provide therapy?

William Shahan provides therapy in English.

Where is William Shahan located?

He is located in Oklahoma.

How can I work with William Shahan as my therapist?

You can work with William Shahan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does William Shahan work with international clients?

William Shahan does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with William Shahan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyTrauma and abuseAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Additional focus areas

Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityLife purposeMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobia

Experience

32+ years

Licensed

Oklahoma

Languages

English

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