Shawandalyn Cooley, LCSW

Licensed in Virginia · 24 years in practice

Shawandalyn Cooley is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia with 24 years of experience.

License and registration

LCSW, Virginia: 0904009596 · expires June 2026
NPI: 1376608653 · national provider identifier
Years in practice: 24
Languages: English

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About Shawandalyn

Shawandalyn Cooley is a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia with 24 years of experience. She focuses on practical help for stress, anxiety, anger, and relationship concerns. Her approach aims to build confidence and clearer motivation so people can move forward.

She helps people cope with major life changes and the everyday pressure that wears on mood and self-worth. Conversations are straightforward and centered on the issues a person brings.

Background and approach

Shawandalyn listens and helps identify small, doable steps that can make a difference. Shawandalyn offers support for communication problems and the emotional fallout of divorce and separation. Financial stress and feelings of isolation are also common topics she guides people through.

She encourages self-love and practical shifts in thinking and behavior. Sessions are designed to be a calm place to talk without judgment. The work often includes setting realistic goals, practicing new ways to handle conflict, and building a stronger sense of self.

Progress is tracked in ways that make sense for each person. Her style is patient and steady, focused on what will help now. People who want help sorting through emotions and making clear plans may find this approach useful.

Shawandalyn supports each person in finding steps that fit their life.

Focus areas and approaches

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Online support

Therapeutic methods and online sessions that fit your life

Shawandalyn uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change. One approach emphasizes identifying unhelpful thought and behavior patterns and replacing them with clearer, goal-oriented actions. This helps with anxiety, low motivation, and self-esteem by breaking big problems into small steps. Another approach focuses on communication skills and conflict management, teaching concrete ways to speak up, set boundaries, and resolve disagreements with less reactivity. That tends to help people facing relationship strain or divorce and separation challenges.

Choosing the right method is part of the work. She will discuss different options and together you will pick approaches that match your goals and preferences. The process is collaborative, with regular check-ins to see what’s working and what to change.

Online therapy is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility. Video lets you have a longer conversation and see facial cues, phone can work when bandwidth is limited, live chat is useful for shorter check-ins, and messaging supports ongoing reflection between sessions. These formats make it easier to fit therapy into busy lives while keeping the focus on practical steps and steady progress.

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Questions people ask

What concerns does Shawandalyn commonly address?

She works with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, and self-esteem. She also helps with coping with life changes and related topics like communication problems and isolation.

What is her therapy style like?

Her approach is straightforward and practical. Sessions focus on listening, setting small goals, and trying steps that fit the person's daily life.

How many years of experience does she have?

She has 24 years of professional work experience in social work and counseling roles.

What credentials and location are listed for her?

She is listed as LCSW, which stands for licensed clinical social worker, and is licensed in Virginia.

Which languages are available for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

What session formats does she offer?

She offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.

How is cost handled for therapy with her?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin a therapy relationship with her?

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