- Anxiety and panic support
- Nervous system practices
- Creative expressive tools
About Shannon
Shannon Kaster is a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) who brings three years of direct therapy experience and a decade in the social work field. She combines clinical knowledge with a creative sensibility to help people facing anxiety, stress, and trauma-related concerns. Shannon writes plainly and focuses on practical steps that fit into daily life.
Her sessions use expressive tools and curiosity to help people notice what keeps them stuck. She also incorporates nervous system-based practices to calm intense reactions and make thinking clearer. Shannon pays attention to how feelings show up in the body as well as in thoughts and behavior.
People come to her for help with panic, generalized anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship and communication worries. She also supports those dealing with caregiver strain, parenting stress, pregnancy and childbirth concerns, and recovery from trauma. Her work includes addressing self-harm thoughts in a way that emphasizes safety and practical coping skills.
Shannon aims to make change feel authentic rather than forced. She helps clients find small, doable steps that build confidence. Sessions focus on problem solving, skill-building, and creative ways to express what is hard to say.
Clients can expect a collaborative, curious therapist who values clarity and steady progress. Shannon works in English and practices in Iowa. Before booking, confirm current session formats and scheduling options.
How therapeutic approaches and online care can fit into daily life
Shannon uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that combine creative work with body-focused practices. One common approach she uses involves nervous system-based practices that help lower intense anxiety and reduce panic reactions by teaching simple regulation skills and grounding exercises. Another strand of her work uses expressive tools - such as drawing, writing, or movement - to help people name difficult emotions and practice new ways of responding when words are hard to find.Finding the right approach is part of the process. She works together with each person to choose methods that match their needs, goals, and comfort level. That collaboration lets the client test different tools and keep what helps most.
If you are considering online therapy, confirm the current session options before booking since formats were not specified in the biography. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy day, avoid travel time, and attend from a familiar setting. They also allow for brief check-ins when schedules are tight and reduce the need to be on camera for every conversation if that helps someone engage more easily.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Iowa
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shannon often help with?
She commonly helps people with stress, anxiety, panic disorder and panic attacks, trauma and abuse, and low self-esteem. Other focus areas include caregiver stress, communication problems, and pregnancy or childbirth concerns.
How would you describe her therapy style?
Her approach blends curiosity, expressive tools, and nervous system-based practices. Sessions emphasize practical skills, bodily awareness, and small steps toward change.
What background does she bring to sessions?
Shannon has three years of direct therapy experience and ten years in the social work field. She also draws on a creative background to offer varied ways of working.
What credential does she hold and where is she located?
She is a Licensed Independent Social Worker, listed as LISW, and practices in Iowa.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with her from another country?
She is not currently accepting international clients; please confirm your region before booking.
How are fees handled and billed?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Click the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.