Shanna Brende, LCPC, LPC
- Anxiety and stress support
- Trauma informed care
- LGBTQ+ affirming therapy
About Shanna Brende
She approaches therapy with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, creating space for clients to feel heard and understood. Shanna tailors the conversation and the treatment plan to fit each person’s needs and goals, recognizing that no two situations are the same.
Reaching out for help can be a courageous step toward a more fulfilling and happier life. Shanna is committed to supporting and empowering clients as they take those first steps and continue building momentum in the direction they want to go.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shanna Brende have?
Shanna Brende has 33 years of professional experience.
Is Shanna Brende a licensed therapist?
Yes. Shanna Brende is licensed and holds the credentials LCPC and LPC. License details: KS LCPC LCPC 2641 and MO LPC 2004016100.
In which languages does Shanna Brende provide therapy?
Shanna Brende provides therapy in English.
Where is Shanna Brende located?
Shanna Brende is located in Missouri.
How can I work with Shanna Brende as my therapist?
You can work with Shanna Brende through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This range of options can make it easier to get support in a way that fits your schedule and communication style.
Does Shanna Brende work with international clients?
No. Shanna Brende does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shanna Brende 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.
Evidence-Based Tools, Made Accessible Online
Shanna Brende uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques, drawing on practical, research-informed methods to help clients work through concerns like stress, anxiety, trauma, anger, and LGBTQ+ related issues. In therapy, evidence-based work often means learning skills that can be practiced between sessions, alongside making sense of patterns, triggers, and life experiences that keep distress going.For many people, a structured skills-focused approach can help with managing intense emotions, improving coping in the moment, and building steadier routines. For others, a trauma-informed focus can support processing difficult experiences at a pace that feels manageable, while strengthening a sense of stability and self-direction.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Shanna collaborates with each client to shape a plan that fits their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting along the way as therapy unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options can make it easier to stay consistent with care, fit sessions into a busy week, and choose the format that feels most comfortable for the moment.