Therapy with an Asterisk*
Counseling for Men Navigating Life Transitions in Maryville, TN
Hi, I’m Shawn.
I am a therapist, mentor, and coach who specializes in helping teenage and adult men find their path.
There are multiple points in life when things feel off. The demands of everyday life, school, career, or family can leave little room to prioritize your own well-being, needs, and aspirations. Leaving them unaddressed can manifest as depression, anxiety, irritability, anger, or self-doubt, among other unwanted effects.
Taking the first step toward something new is the hardest part. Everyone has to manage the impacts of change in their lives - some we choose, some we don’t. It isn’t weak to need and seek support as you make big shifts for your happiness and fulfillment.
I have worked with hundreds of people through my time in wilderness therapy, post-wilderness therapy transition, in school, day treatment, and group home settings, as well as my private practice. It would be my honor to support you on your journey.
My Therapy Approach
All of my life, I have had mentors guide me through life’s big moments. There is no doubt that each of them helped craft the person that I am today.
My approach combines traditional counseling techniques with the personalized guidance of mentoring. I recognize that men can benefit from a relationship that goes beyond the therapist's chair – one that incorporates real-world advice and tools for the unique challenges that men face.
My role isn’t to tell you what to do, or what direction to take, but rather offer you a place to discover that answer for yourself and the support you need to pursue it. The result is a quieter mind, more stable emotions, and a happier heart.
Therapy doesn’t have to take place in an office. Part of my method is developing positive connections through interactive activities and the outdoors. Instead of sitting across from you, we walk side by side.
