Shawn Ashworth, MD, LCPC

Shawn Ashworth, MD, LCPC, is a licensed therapist based in Maryland with 31 years of clinical experience supporting youth, adults, and couples. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, relationship and marital challenges, anger, self-esteem concerns, ADHD, and related issues such as body image, communication problems, divorce and separation, and social anxiety. Her practice also addresses trauma, parenting concerns, life transitions, and feelings of isolation or purposelessness.

Her style is warm, collaborative, and solution focused. She emphasizes identifying strengths, clarifying goals, and developing practical strategies that lead to meaningful change. Shawn integrates evidence-based methods, including Solution-Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Family Systems approaches, tailoring interventions to match each client’s unique circumstances and priorities.

Shawn holds MD and LCPC credentials - MD indicating a medical degree and LCPC indicating a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor - and brings three decades of hands-on experience to her work. She aims to create a compassionate space where clients can explore challenges, build skills, and move forward with increased confidence and resilience.

Evidence-Based Approaches Delivered Through Online Care

Shawn Ashworth draws from well-established therapeutic methods to address stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, and related issues. Solution-Focused Therapy focuses on identifying strengths and practical steps toward specific goals, making it useful for clients seeking fast, concrete change. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people recognize and shift unhelpful thought and behavior patterns, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety, improve mood, and support better coping. Family Systems approaches examine patterns within relationships and family dynamics to improve communication and resolve conflicts that affect individual wellbeing.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shawn works with clients to evaluate their needs, goals, and preferences and adjusts techniques over time to find the best fit. This partnership helps ensure care remains focused, practical, and responsive to each person’s progress.

Online therapy options including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging offer flexibility and accessibility for busy schedules, geographic limitations, or mobility concerns. These formats allow clients to engage in consistent, evidence-based care from their own settings while maintaining continuity with a licensed professional and a tailored treatment plan.