Shannon Young (She/Her/Hers), Co-Owner

With 13 years of experience as a Registered Social Worker, Shannon has supported individuals and couples across various roles in the mental health field. She specializes in working with adults facing relationship concerns, perinatal mental health challenges (including infertility, pregnancy and infant loss), and trauma/PTSD. Shannon is passionate about helping clients navigate complex life issues with compassion and expertise.

Shannon adopts a relational and direct approach, meeting clients where they are in their journey. She creates a safe, validating space grounded in trauma-informed care and anti-oppressive practices. Using an attachment-based lens, Shannon collaborates with clients to help them reach their goals and achieve healing. Her practice is guided by a deep commitment to understanding and supporting clients’ unique experiences.

Shannon is particularly passionate about helping individuals and couples address relationships concerns, such as rebuilding trust, infidelity, and emotional and sexual disconnection. As a certified perinatal mental health specialist, Shannon works with individuals and couples experiencing challenges related to fertility, pregnancy, postpartum, and birth trauma. Shannon supports individuals who have experienced trauma & PTSD, providing guidance on treating and managing symptoms, including anxiety, depression, and emotional dysregulation.

Fun Facts: Shannon’s favorite show to watch (on repeat) is Friends – chances are if you stick around as a client with her she will provide an analogy referencing the show!

Specialties: Relationship concerns, Reproductive Mental Health (including perinatal mental health, grief & loss, perimenopause & menopause), Trauma & PTSD, Workplace Psychological Health & Safety.

She has training in:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

• Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

• Internal Family Systems (IFS)

• Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills

Shannon’s additional training in relationships, trauma, mindfulness, grief & loss, and perinatal mental health further enhances her ability to tailor her approach to each individual’s needs.

In addition to her clinical work, Shannon is a Certified Psychological Health and Safety Consultant. She works with organizations to prioritize the wellness of employees and help build workplaces rooted in trust, collaboration, and psychological safety.

Other Areas of Practice: Shannon also works with clients addressing issues such as anxiety, depression, family dynamics, grief and loss, stress management, and burnout.

Client Focus: Individual adult, Couples, Families

Rate: $220