- Calm listening
- Practical steps
- Men's wellbeing
About Shaniqua
Shaniqua Parrish-Bacon is a licensed clinical professional counselor in Maryland with five years of experience. She focuses on helping people manage stress, anxiety, grief, trauma and relationship concerns. Her approach is straightforward and supportive, aimed at helping clients take practical steps toward feeling better.
She creates a calm space where clients can talk about what they are facing without fear of judgment. Conversations center on what matters most to the person in the room and on clear, usable steps to reduce distress. Shaniqua encourages people to name small goals and try changes that fit their daily life.
Her work often addresses depression, panic, post-traumatic stress, and the strain that life transitions can bring. She also helps people with communication and attachment issues, infertility-related stress, workplace strain, and challenges around forgiveness and infidelity. Mens wellbeing is listed among her areas of focus.
Shaniqua emphasizes collaboration and practical tools rather than medical labels. She partners with clients to track progress and adjust plans when needed. The aim is steady improvement in mood, relationships, and day-to-day functioning.
Clients can expect respectful listening, clear feedback, and encouragement to try new ways of responding to problems. The process is paced to each persons readiness, with attention to real-life barriers and strengths.
Approaches and how online therapy can fit your life
Shaniqua uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on clear, practical work. One common approach helps people learn skills to manage anxiety and panic by breaking down reactions and practicing coping steps. This kind of work aims to reduce overwhelming physical and emotional symptoms through repeated, doable strategies.Another approach concentrates on processing trauma and its effects on daily life. This involves talking through difficult memories at a pace the client controls, learning ways to handle triggers, and building routines that support recovery. It can help with symptoms of post-traumatic stress and ongoing distress after loss.
Finding the right mix of techniques is a collaborative process. The therapist will discuss goals and preferences, try different methods as needed, and adjust plans based on what helps most. Clients are invited to give feedback so the work stays relevant and practical.
If youre considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats are not specified here. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow brief check-ins when a full in-person visit is impractical. It also lets people continue therapy through life changes while working with a licensed professional to find approaches that suit their needs.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
5+ years
Credentials
Maryland
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, grief, and depression, plus related areas like attachment, communication, and workplace problems.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Her style is collaborative and direct. She focuses on clear steps and practical tools while listening without judgment.
What background and experience does she bring?
She holds a Maryland LCPC credential and has five years of professional counseling experience.
Where is she licensed to practice?
She is licensed in Maryland as an LCPC, which is a licensed clinical professional counselor credential in that state.
Which languages are supported for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She is not accepting international clients at this time.
How are session costs handled?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to the therapists availability.