Hannah Shaw, Resident in Counseling, Therapy in Chesapeake, Virginia

Hannah Shaw, Resident in Counseling, helps teens, adults, and older adults throughout Virginia navigate life’s challenges with compassion, insight, and evidence-based care. At LifeStance Health, she provides individual therapy tailored to each client’s unique experiences, goals, and strengths. Hannah works with individuals facing anxiety, depression, and ADHD, while also supporting concerns such as grief, relationship difficulties, school-related challenges, life transitions, and other emotional and behavioral health needs. Her approach centers on creating a supportive, collaborative environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes. Hannah is particularly passionate about helping individuals struggling with childhood behavior issues, school avoidance, and concerns related to gender identity. She understands that these experiences can significantly impact emotional well-being, self-esteem, family relationships, and day-to-day functioning. Hannah works closely with clients and families to build practical skills, strengthen resilience, improve communication, and foster greater confidence as they navigate complex personal and developmental challenges. Her therapeutic style is warm, authentic, and individualized. Hannah integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) techniques to help clients develop healthier thought patterns, improve emotional regulation, and move toward values-driven lives. She has experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, individuals involved in adoption or foster care, and military or veteran populations. Hannah also offers support for additional concerns beyond those highlighted above. Hannah’s commitment to ongoing learning allows her to serve clients with both clinical knowledge and genuine empathy. Outside the therapy room, Hannah enjoys spending time with family and friends, exploring local coffee shops, and appreciating life’s simple moments.