Dr. Courtney Shaughnessy is a Licensed Professional Counselor dedicated to helping adolescents, adults, and families navigate life’s challenges with compassion and confidence. Throughout her career, she has supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, self-esteem concerns, relationship difficulties, grief, trauma, and recovery.
Dr. Shaughnessy is committed to creating a safe, confidential, and judgment-free space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered. She believes therapy is a collaborative journey — one that allows individuals to explore their emotions, deepen their self-awareness, and build the well-being they desire.
Her approach combines professionalism with genuine warmth. In addition to therapeutic counseling, Dr. Shaughnessy has experience conducting psychological evaluations for mood disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, Autism, and trauma-related conditions such as PTSD and complex PTSD.
Dr. Shaughnessy earned her Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and her Doctor of Psychology (PsyD) from Rivier University.
Her goal is not only to guide clients through healing, but to equip them with the skills, resilience, and confidence needed for lasting growth. It is her privilege to walk alongside clients on their journey toward recovery, connection, and a more fulfilling, intentional life.
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**Adult Autism Assessments are NOT offered at this time
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