Therapist in Atlanta, Georgia Nakia Shaw, Therapist
Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)
Ages Served: 27-74
Appointments: In-office and Online
Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only
Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans
Nakia Shaw, Ed.D., LPC
Specializes In:
Nakia Shaw, Ed.D., LPC, is a dedicated mental health professional at LifeStance Health in Georgia, providing compassionate and evidence-based therapy to adults and seniors. With over two decades of experience in behavioral health, Nakia helps individuals and couples navigate life’s challenges with a personalized and empathetic approach. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges, offering a supportive space for clients to explore their emotions and develop effective coping strategies. Nakia is passionate about working with individuals experiencing grief, midlife transitions, and women’s issues. She understands that these challenges can feel overwhelming, impacting daily life and personal relationships. Through her expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and Christian counseling, Nakia empowers her clients to process their emotions, regain confidence, and create meaningful change. She also provides couples therapy, helping partners improve communication, rebuild trust, and strengthen their connections. In addition to her primary specialties, Nakia is committed to supporting first responders and other professionals dealing with high-stress environments. She integrates practical, goal-oriented strategies tailored to the needs of men and women facing unique personal and professional challenges. Nakia’s therapy sessions provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can openly express their concerns while working toward healing and personal growth. Beyond her clinical work, Nakia enjoys creative pursuits such as painting, sewing, and refurbishing furniture.
Types of Care & Ages Served
- Individual Therapy: Ages 27-74
Areas of Focus
Individual Therapy
Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.
- Anxiety
- Career & relationships (mid-life)
- Depression/feeling down
- Empty nesters
- Panic attacks
- Parenthood
- Self-esteem
- Stress management
- Aging
- Anger issues
- Body image
- Career & work issues
- Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
- Early adulthood: Starting college or career
- Focus, concentration & memory
- General relationship issues
- Grief & loss
- Marital stress or divorce
- Menopause & perimenopause
- Other women's health concerns
- PMS & PMDD
- Premarital counseling
- Retirement
- Sleep issues or insomnia
- Social skills & communication
Insurances Accepted
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Southeast)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
Languages
- English
Education
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Clark Atlanta University
FAQs
Please use our online form to schedule an appointment with Nakia Shaw. You can also call 678-820-7830 to have someone assist you.
Nakia Shaw generally accepts new patients but there could be a waitlist.
Please call 678-820-7830 to find out Nakia Shaw's schedule and availability.
LifeStance Health providers accept most commercial insurance plans that are offered in the states where we offer services, including telehealth. Please see the following list of insurances accepted by Nakia Shaw:
- Aetna
- Carelon (Beacon)
- Centivo
- Claritev (MultiPlan PHCS)
- Devoted Health Plan
- Elevance Health (Anthem BCBS)
- Evernorth (Cigna)
- HealthSmart
- Humana
- Kaiser Permanente (Southeast)
- MediNcrease Health Plans (MHP)
- Medicare
- Northwell Direct
- Optum (UnitedHealthcare)
- Partners Direct Health
- Provider Network of America (PNOA)
- Quest Behavioral Health
- Sana Benefits
- TELUS Health (BHS)
- Tricare East (Humana Military)
If you don't see your insurance listed, please contact us at 678-820-7830 to see how we can help.
Nakia Shaw is a Therapist and cannot prescribe medication. However, most LifeStance offices have a Psychiatrist or APN on staff who can prescribe medication if needed.
Nakia Shaw works at:
Yes, Nakia Shaw does offer online telehealth visits.
Yes, Nakia Shaw is currently offering in-office visits at the following location: