Business Details
Your Mental Health Therapist in Philadelphia
Shannon Ruane Counseling has provided compassionate mental health services for over two decades, specializing in trauma-focused therapy and evidence-based approaches like EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT. Our practice prioritizes accessibility through American Sign Language fluency and tailored support for D/deaf and hard of hearing individuals, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ communities. We combine 24 years of clinical expertise with personalized strategies to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, and complex relationship challenges.Our trauma-informed care integrates rehabilitation counseling and hypnotherapy to help clients rebuild confidence and achieve personal growth. As a licensed professional counselor, I maintain strict confidentiality while offering both in-person and telehealth sessions to accommodate diverse client needs.
Services
Individual Counseling
EMDR Therapy
DBT Sessions
Anxiety Treatment
Trauma Recovery
LGBTQIA+ Counseling
Rehabilitation Counseling
Hypnotherapy
Child & Caregiver Therapy
TF-CBT
Highlights and features
- We offer 24 years of clinical experience in trauma-focused therapy
- Our team provides American Sign Language fluent counseling services
- We specialize in evidence-based approaches including EMDR and DBT
- Our practice offers tailored support for D/deaf and hard of hearing clients
- We combine rehabilitation counseling with mental health treatment
Services
Individual Counseling
Personalized counseling sessions address anxiety, depression, and life challenges through tailored coping strategies. Our trauma-informed approach creates safe spaces for emotional growth and healing. Clients develop self-awareness while working toward specific mental health goals with professional guidance.
EMDR Therapy
Evidence-based EMDR therapy reprocesses traumatic memories using guided eye movements. This structured approach reduces distress from past trauma while promoting emotional healing. Sessions follow standardized protocols to ensure safe and effective treatment outcomes.
DBT Sessions
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with mindfulness practices. Clients learn skills for managing intense emotions, improving relationships, and developing healthier coping mechanisms through both individual and skills-training sessions.
LGBTQIA+ Counseling
Specialized mental health support addresses unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals. Our affirming environment promotes resilience through culturally competent care that validates diverse identities and experiences in a safe therapeutic space.
Rehabilitation Counseling
Rehabilitation counseling services help clients regain independence after trauma or disability. We develop personalized strategies to overcome barriers, improve quality of life, and achieve both personal and professional goals through collaborative planning and ongoing support.
People
Shannon Ruane
Licensed Professional Counselor
Shannon Ruane is a licensed professional counselor with 24 years of clinical experience specializing in trauma therapy. Certified in EMDR, TF-CBT, and hypnotherapy, she provides accessible mental health care for D/deaf individuals and diverse communities in Philadelphia.
Questions
What mental health specialties do you offer?
We specialize in trauma recovery, anxiety/depression treatment, PTSD care, and support for narcissistic abuse survivors using EMDR, DBT, and TF-CBT.
Do you provide services for D/deaf individuals?
Yes, as an ASL-fluent provider, I offer accessible counseling for D/deaf and hard of hearing clients through in-person and online sessions.
What therapy approaches do you use?
Our evidence-based methods include EMDR for trauma processing, DBT for emotional regulation, TF-CBT for trauma-informed care, and hypnotherapy for habit modification.
Are online therapy sessions available?
Yes, we offer secure telehealth sessions for clients who prefer remote access to mental health services.
How do you involve families in treatment?
For child therapy, we actively engage caregivers in sessions to improve family communication and support the child's emotional development.
