- Stress and anxiety
- Relationship concerns
- Guilt and shame
About Shahadah
Shahadah Lucas-Curtis is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Pennsylvania with nine years of experience. She works with adults experiencing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, anger, and issues with self-esteem. She also addresses related difficulties such as attachment concerns, blended family challenges, body image, caregiver stress, communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, family conflicts, forgiveness, gender dysphoria, HIV/AIDS, impulsivity, isolation, and feelings of guilt and shame.
Shahadah sees each person as the expert on their own life and looks for strengths to build on. Sessions focus on practical steps and clear conversation. She encourages people to notice what already helps them and to try small changes that fit their daily lives.
Her style centers on straightforward, respectful dialogue. She listens for patterns that keep someone stuck and works with them to try different ways of responding. That can include practicing new communication habits, setting boundaries, or shifting unhelpful self-talk.
Shahadah draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques to address emotions and behavior. She supports people who struggle with guilt and shame by helping them name the feeling, consider its origins, and test new ways of relating to themselves.
For people balancing care duties or busy schedules, she aims to make sessions usable and relevant. Getting started involves a short matching questionnaire and scheduling a first session where goals and a plan are discussed.
How evidence-based techniques translate to online sessions
Evidence-based therapeutic techniques focus on specific ways of thinking and behaving that influence feelings. One common approach involves identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing them against real-life evidence. That helps people who struggle with anxiety, worry, or persistent self-criticism to notice and shift patterns that fuel guilt and shame.Another useful approach teaches new skills for communication and emotion regulation. This can involve practicing how to state needs, set limits, or respond differently when anger or shame arises. These skills are practical and can be rehearsed between sessions to support everyday interactions.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to decide which techniques fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying methods, checking what helps, and adjusting the plan together as progress is reviewed.
The original biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current online options before booking. In general, online work can make therapy easier to fit into busy days, allow for shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time from a schedule. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and communication practice to remote sessions so clients can apply new habits in their daily life.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Pennsylvania
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationship problems, anger, and self-esteem. Additional areas include attachment issues, caregiver stress, body image, and guilt and shame.
How would she describe her therapeutic style?
She uses straightforward, respectful conversation and practical steps. Sessions focus on noticing strengths and trying small changes that fit daily life.
How much experience does she have?
She has nine years of professional experience as a counselor. That background covers a range of emotional and relationship concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) licensed in Pennsylvania. Her practice is based in Pennsylvania.
Are sessions available in other languages or internationally?
Sessions are offered in English. She does accept international clients.
What formats are used for sessions?
The original biography does not list specific session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How much do sessions cost?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing depends on the chosen plan and location.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session. The first session includes discussing goals and planning next steps.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger or thinking about harming yourself, use the crisis numbers.