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Shakera Hawkins, LMFT, ADHD-CCSP

Shakera Hawkins, LMFT, ADHD-CCSP

BIPOC Identifying

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Gender Identity: female

Short Biography

Shakera Hawkins is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist serving adolescents and adults across Georgia, Florida, and South Carolina. She specializes in ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions, with a particular focus on supporting BIPOC individuals navigating identity, stress, emotional overwhelm, and systemic pressures. Her approach is trauma-informed, collaborative, and grounded in modalities including Attachment-Based Therapy, CBT, Narrative Therapy, and EMDR.

Therapy Philosophy

I believe therapy should be a space where people feel seen, challenged, and supported without judgment. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in the understanding that many emotional and relational struggles are shaped by both lived experiences and survival patterns developed over time. I work to help individuals build insight, strengthen emotional regulation, improve relationships, and reconnect with a more grounded and authentic version of themselves.

Special Training & Certifications

Specialized training includes ADHD Certified Clinical Services Provider (ADHD-CCSP), EMDRIA-approved EMDR training, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Prepare/Enrich facilitation, and Gottman Method Levels 1 and 2 training.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Neurodivergent Challenges Anxiety Social anxiety Panic attacks Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Mood swings Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Premarital counseling Infidelity recovery Divorce or separation Co-parenting challenges Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Assertiveness difficulties Stress & Life Adjustment Chronic stress Major life transitions Relocation or adjustment difficulties Death of a loved one Relationship loss Behavioral & Emotional Regulation Impulsivity Difficulty regulating emotions ADHD Executive functioning difficulties Feeling stuck Personal growth “Not feeling like myself”

Therapist Methodology

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Solution-Focused Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Trauma-Informed Therapy EMDR Mindfulness-Based Therapy Breathwork Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Narrative Therapy Play Therapy Holistic Therapy Humanistic

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Decolonial / decolonizing approach
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Strengths-based Client-centered Collaborative Compassion-focused Empowerment-based Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Humor and humanity Radical acceptance Centering safety and trust Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Empowerment through connection Dignity and respect Transparency and repair
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
BIPOC-affirming Neurodiversity-affirming Faith-affirming / spiritually inclusive Interfaith respectful Centering marginalized voices Community resilience-focused Cultural identity exploration Affirming intersectional identities
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Mindfulness-oriented Holistic / integrative healing Creative expression in therapy Connection between personal and systemic healing Embodied empowerment Grounded presence Self-compassion and stillness
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Equity over perfection Accountability and integrity Client autonomy Cultural humility over competence Informed consent emphasis Transparency in process Ongoing education commitment Non-hierarchical relationship

Clinic / Practice Environment

Clinic Environment

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Practice Information

  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English
  • Session Cost: $100 – $175
  • Accepts Insurance: Yes
    Aetna, Cigna, BCBS, Carelon
  • Populations Served: 18+,Teens,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,Immigrant and First Generation

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info

  • Phone:
    678-466-9555
  • Email:
  • Physical Location(s):
    📍 , Georgia
    United States
    📍 , Florida
    United States
    📍 , South Carolina
    United States