Shardae Collins, LICSW, LCSW

Trauma-informed LICSW supporting resilience and healing

Telehealth sessions offered
Mindfulness-based therapy
Direct trauma-informed care

About Shardae Collins

Shardae Collins is a licensed clinical social worker who provides telehealth therapy to individuals residing in Washington. She holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW - LICSW stands for Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker - and brings a strengths-based outlook to her work, helping clients recognize resilience regardless of past experiences.

Her therapeutic style examines a person’s environment and lived experience to identify strengths, needs, and hopes for the future. She frames herself as a guide who believes clients have the capacity to heal, and she aims to create a non-judgmental, safe space where people can express themselves openly.

Shardae employs a direct, culturally relevant, sensitive, trauma-informed, and non-shaming approach. She specializes in anxiety, depression, life transitions, and trauma and PTSD, and she offers individual therapy rooted in mindfulness. She acknowledges that beginning therapy can feel difficult or frightening, and she is available to support clients through that process.

Shardae has set availability Monday through Thursday from 7AM to 2PM PST, and Fridays from 7AM to 11AM PST, and offers telehealth appointments for those living in Washington.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression

Also Specializes In

LGBT Family conflicts Grief Parenting issues Anger management Career difficulties Coping with life changes Compassion fatigue

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesCaregiver issues and stressCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shardae Collins have?

Shardae Collins has 6 years of experience.

Is Shardae Collins a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds these credentials: LICSW, LCSW. License details: MA LICSW LICSW125098, CA LCSW 109957.

In which languages does Shardae Collins provide therapy?

Shardae Collins provides therapy in English.

Where is Shardae Collins located?

Shardae Collins is located in Washington.

How can I work with Shardae Collins as my therapist?

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

Does Shardae Collins work with international clients?

Shardae Collins does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shardae Collins cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as 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.

Is Remote Therapy a Good Fit for Clients?

Many people wonder whether online therapy can make a meaningful difference. For common concerns such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life changes, online therapy has been shown to be just as effective as traditional in-person sessions.

One of the primary benefits is flexibility. Clients can connect with a therapist in the format that feels most comfortable to them - through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or in-app messaging - which can make it easier to integrate therapy into a busy schedule.

Licensed professionals provide care remotely, and clients have the option to switch therapists at any time if they are seeking a different fit. For many people, remote therapy offers an accessible and effective route to support and growth.

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