Shamanda Burston, LCMHC

Practical support for high achievers under pressure

Supportive direct guidance
Anxiety and burnout help
Financial awareness in therapy

About Shamanda Burston

Shamanda Burston, LCMHC, is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor based in North Carolina with 15 years of experience supporting people who appear to have everything under control yet feel overwhelmed on the inside. She works especially well with high-performing, high-functioning individuals who are managing heavy responsibilities while quietly dealing with anxiety, burnout, stress, or mental exhaustion.

Clients may be navigating financial pressure, major life transitions, or the ongoing strain of trying to meet high expectations. It can be difficult to slow down, set healthy boundaries, or separate self-worth from achievement. Shamanda Burston brings a supportive, direct, and practical style to therapy, helping clients make sense of what they are carrying and develop strategies that feel realistic for everyday life.

Her work integrates therapy with financial awareness, offering space to process emotions while also building skills for a more stable and sustainable path forward. Together, clients can focus on managing anxiety, moving through life changes, strengthening their relationship with money, and gaining clarity about next steps. Sessions are designed to be a place where there is no need to perform or have everything figured out, allowing clients to show up honestly and move forward with more confidence and direction.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, Anxiety Addictions Self esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changes

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuse Grief Intimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderDepression Coaching Compassion fatigue ADHD

Additional Focus Areas

Attachment issuesBlended family issuesCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesPhobiasPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSex addictionSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Existential Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Shamanda Burston have?

Shamanda Burston has 15 years of experience supporting clients through concerns such as stress, anxiety, life transitions, and related challenges.

Is Shamanda Burston a licensed therapist?

Yes. Shamanda Burston is an LCMHC, which stands for Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. Her North Carolina license is NC LCMHC 18257.

In which languages does Shamanda Burston provide therapy?

She provides therapy in English.

Where is Shamanda Burston located?

Shamanda Burston is located in North Carolina.

How can I work with Shamanda Burston as my therapist?

You can work with Shamanda Burston through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to get support in a way that fits your schedule and comfort level.

Does Shamanda Burston work with international clients?

No. Shamanda Burston does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shamanda Burston cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your 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 is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help 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.

Therapeutic Tools That Translate Well Online

Shamanda Burston, LCMHC, draws from approaches that can help high-functioning people slow down, clarify what matters, and respond to stress in more sustainable ways. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and day-to-day behaviors, then practicing practical alternatives that support steadier mood, improved coping, and clearer decision-making. Mindfulness Therapy helps clients build awareness of stress signals in the body and mind, creating more space to pause, regulate emotions, and respond intentionally rather than running on autopilot. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a supportive, nonjudgmental relationship where clients can speak openly, sort through pressure and expectations, and reconnect with their own values and goals.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shamanda Burston collaborates with clients to understand their needs, preferences, and priorities, adjusting the focus and tools over time so therapy feels relevant and usable in real life.

Online therapy offers flexibility without losing structure. Clients can meet through video calls or phone sessions, or use live chat and text-based messaging for ongoing support between sessions. This range of options can make it easier to stay consistent, especially during busy seasons, major transitions, or demanding work and family schedules.

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