Dr. Shauna Pollard

I specialize in working with smart, but struggling adults. The passionately curious, fast learners, and the overthinkers. You’re naturally good at what you do, but underneath the public successes are often deep personal struggles. You are known for your strengths, but haven't necessarily learned how to work with your areas of difficulty. I like to describe myself as a lifestyle therapist. In my sessions, we don’t just discuss concepts and coping skills – we talk about money mindsets, dating, relationships, family drama, health problems, healthy eating, work/life balance, and more. Therapy is a safe space and all aspects of you are welcome in the therapy room. By working with me, you will have a patient and skilled guide who can help you navigate the process of change. I use a variety of techniques in treatment including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), interpersonal skills training, mindfulness, breathing, and relaxation exercises. I identify as a trauma-informed therapist, meaning that I bring a strong understanding of the role of past traumas in shaping current experiences and struggles. While some therapists do focus on healing past traumas & problems, you will find that our work together will be focused on helping you resolve current challenges. My style is proactive and solution-focused. I blend elements of coaching into my therapy, so you will find this style helpful if you have specific goals that you want to achieve. Areas of expertise: ADHD and Executive Functioning Integrative Medicine Mental Health Provider First-Generation Strivers Online Dating "Addiction" Evidence Based Treatments Generally, I help clients set their own goals, evaluate their strengths, and explore how the past is impacting the present. As you start to learn new techniques to manage those negative thoughts and implement changes in your daily life, you will feel a greater sense of confidence and start to have more good days. If you’re interested in learning more about working together, please contact my office at 240-728-2338 or use the link here: https://drshaunap.as.me/ConsultWithDrP to book your free consultation. Due to PSYPACT, I am now accepting clients who are physically located in the following states: Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin & Wyoming. --------------------------------------------------------------------- Dr. Pollard is not paneled with any insurances and does not offer a sliding fee scale. Cost per session: $250. All services are the financial responsibility and payment is due at time of service. Please check with your insurance to inquire about out-of-network benefits if applicable. Modern Health Employee Benefits and FSA/HSA cards can be used to pay for sessions. ----------------------------------------------------------------------- Under Section 2799B-6 of the Public Health Service Act, health care providers and health care facilities are required to inform individuals who are A) not enrolled in a plan or coverage or a Federal health care program Or B) insured, but not seeking to file a claim for reimbursement with their plan or coverage to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” of expected charges. You have the right to receive a “Good Faith Estimate” explaining how much your treatment will cost. You can receive this estimate both orally and in writing, upon request or at the time of scheduling your first appointment. Under the law, health care providers need to give patients who don’t have insurance or who are not using insurance an estimate of the bill for medical items and services.