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- Stress and anxiety
- Trauma recovery
- Emotion regulation
About William
LCSW in Oklahoma with 32 years of experience, William Shahan helps people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, low self-esteem, and depression. He works with adults seeking practical ways to manage overwhelming feelings and regain a clearer sense of direction.
He offers a depth-oriented approach that focuses on understanding life history and current patterns. Sessions emphasize emotion regulation, coping skills, and practical steps people can try between meetings. He also addresses related concerns such as grief, end-of-life questions, relationship attachment issues, and compulsive behaviors.
William blends long-term perspective with problem-focused work. He listens for repeated patterns and helps people notice how past events affect present behavior. From there he supports experimenting with new responses and building routines that reduce distress.
Sessions can include skills practice for panic or anger, structured ways to track mood and triggers, and focused discussion for trauma recovery. He also works with people dealing with major life transitions like divorce, aging, hospice concerns, and questions of life purpose.
He has three decades of clinical experience in Oklahoma and uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques. Sessions are conducted in English. To begin, readers should use the See online therapy options button and complete the short matching questionnaire before scheduling a first session.
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How evidence-based techniques guide online sessions
William uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that aim to reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning. One common approach is trauma-focused work, which helps people process distressing events by working through memories and reactions in a paced way. This approach is useful for post-traumatic stress, repeated intrusive memories, and intense emotional reactions.Another frequently used direction is skills-based emotion regulation work. That includes learning specific techniques to manage panic, anger, and overwhelming anxiety. People practice short exercises during sessions and apply them between meetings to lower day-to-day disruption.
Finding the right mix of approaches is collaborative. The therapist will assess a person’s needs, goals, and preferences and then suggest techniques to try. Sessions are adjusted over time based on what helps most and what a person can maintain in their daily routine.
The biography does not list which session formats are offered, so confirm the current options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, shorten commute time, and offer quicker check-ins when stress spikes. It also allows therapists to focus on practical techniques and homework that translate into everyday life.
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Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
32+ years
Listed in
Oklahoma
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, anger, self-esteem issues, and depression. Additional focus areas include OCD, panic, personality challenges, and sexual dysfunction.
What is his therapeutic style?
He uses a depth-oriented approach combined with practical skill-building. Sessions focus on understanding patterns and trying concrete coping strategies.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 32 years of experience as a clinician. That background includes work with mood disorders, trauma, and end-of-life concerns.
What are his credentials and where is he based?
He is an LCSW licensed in Oklahoma and practices there. Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with him?
International clients are not currently accepted. Sessions are provided to people within the therapist's permitted region.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Confirm current session options before booking.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact rates depend on the selected plan and regional fees.
How do I begin a first session?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. That process initiates matching and booking.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the urgent help numbers.