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Shanta Hayes

LCSW, CSW

Shanta Hayes, LCSW, CSW

Therapist in Georgia

Shanta is a LCSW, CSW therapist in Georgia.

  • 4+ years of experience
  • Focus areas include Stress, Anxiety, Grief
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About Shanta

Shanta Hayes is a Georgia-licensed social worker with four years of professional experience supporting children, adolescents, families, and adults. She works with people facing stress and anxiety, mood disorders, grief and loss, sleep difficulties, motivation and self-esteem challenges, ADHD, and a range of relationship and life concerns including parenting and financial issues. Her practice also includes an open, nonjudgmental focus on BDSM, kink, and alternative sex culture when relevant to a client's goals.

Shanta approaches therapy from a strengths-based perspective, recognizing that each person carries knowledge and resilience that can guide change. She treats clients with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and she adapts conversation and treatment plans to fit individual needs. Shanta emphasizes collaboration, helping clients identify practical steps toward improved coping, confidence, and life balance.

She is licensed in Georgia and holds the credentials LCSW and CSW - LCSW indicates Licensed Clinical Social Worker and CSW reflects a clinical social work credential. Shanta encourages those considering therapy to acknowledge the courage in taking the first step and she looks forward to supporting clients as they begin the work ahead.

Evidence-Based Support and Flexible Online Care

Shanta Hayes uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques tailored to the concerns a client brings. For anxiety and mood regulation she employs skills-focused strategies that help people identify triggers, build coping tools, and practice techniques that reduce daily overwhelm. For grief and loss she offers supportive interventions that honor experience, help process emotions, and guide gradual adjustment to changed circumstances. She also provides targeted parenting and family support that emphasizes communication, behavioral strategies, and problem-solving to improve family functioning and child wellbeing.

Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Shanta works with each client to assess goals, preferences, and needs, and she adjusts methods over time so the plan remains practical and relevant to the client’s life.

Online therapy offers flexible ways to connect with licensed professionals. Clients can choose video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to fit their schedule and comfort level, making it easier to maintain consistency in care while balancing work, family, and other responsibilities.

Frequently asked questions

How much experience does Shanta Hayes have?

Shanta Hayes has 4 years of professional experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults on issues such as stress, anxiety, mood disorders, grief, sleep, self-esteem, and parenting.

Is Shanta Hayes a licensed therapist?

Yes. She holds the credentials LCSW and CSW. License details are GA LCSW CSW008142.

In which languages does Shanta Hayes provide therapy?

Shanta Hayes provides therapy in English.

Where is Shanta Hayes located?

Shanta Hayes is located in Georgia.

How can I work with Shanta Hayes as my therapist?

You can work with Shanta Hayes through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Shanta Hayes work with international clients?

Shanta Hayes does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Shanta Hayes cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Also works with

Parenting issuesDepressionADHD

Experience

4+ years

Credentials

Georgia

Languages

English

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