Dr. Shaketha Blankenship, LPC

Dr. Shaketha Blankenship is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Georgia who brings 25 years of clinical experience supporting children, adolescents, teens, and adults. She also holds national certification as a counselor and a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision - credentials that reflect advanced training in counseling practice and in preparing others to provide mental health services. Dr. Blankenship creates a therapeutic atmosphere grounded in trust, empathy, non-judgment, and encouragement, with an emphasis on helping people meet their personal goals.

Her work is integrative, drawing on approaches such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness Therapy to tailor care to each person’s needs. She emphasizes a strengths-based perspective, believing that clients already possess abilities and resources that can be developed when paired with appropriate tools and support. Dr. Blankenship has experience addressing a broad range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, grief and loss, parenting and family issues, relationship and intimacy-related challenges, trauma and abuse, compassion fatigue, career concerns, self-esteem, and LGBTQ matters.

Focused on empowerment and practical change, she helps clients navigate life transitions and build skills for long-term growth. Dr. Blankenship welcomes the opportunity to support individuals in becoming more resilient and aligned with their values.

Therapeutic approaches and online support

Dr. Shaketha Blankenship uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings while taking committed action that aligns with their personal values. This approach can be useful for anxiety, stress, and navigating life changes by focusing on meaningful behavior rather than getting stuck in unhelpful thinking.

Client-Centered Therapy is central to her practice and emphasizes empathy, active listening, and respect for each person’s perspective. This method supports people who want a collaborative, non-directive space to explore their goals and build self-understanding.

Mindfulness Therapy is also incorporated to teach present-moment awareness and simple practices that reduce reactivity and improve emotional regulation, often benefiting stress, grief, and relationship concerns.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Blankenship works with clients to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and she adjusts the plan as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility - sessions by video, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging make it possible to engage in therapy from different locations and on varied schedules. These remote options help accommodate busy lives, caregiving responsibilities, and mobility needs while maintaining regular access to licensed professionals and ongoing therapeutic support.