- Trauma and post-trauma care
- Self-esteem and self-love
- Life purpose and coaching
About Juanita
Juanita DeShazior is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the District of Columbia with 20 years of professional experience. She focuses on trauma and abuse, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coaching. Juanita works with people who are feeling stuck after change or who want clearer direction in their life, including those exploring life purpose.
She draws on long experience helping people affected by trauma, post-traumatic stress, and panic, and she supports those dealing with low self-worth, shame, and isolation. Juanita also works with clients facing communication problems, control issues, divorce and separation, and concerns about body image.
In sessions she treats clients as the experts on their own stories and looks for existing strengths to build on. Conversations cover practical steps people can try between sessions, and she helps break larger goals into manageable tasks. For clients with bipolar disorder or depression she focuses on coping strategies and stabilizing routines alongside the work on meaning and purpose.
Juanita has experience with people involved in the judicial system and with executive coaching for professionals. She describes coaching and therapy as complementary options depending on whether someone needs symptom support or goal-focused work. The approach is collaborative and action-oriented.
Sessions are conducted in English and Juanita does not take international clients. People interested in starting complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the site.
Therapeutic methods and how they work online
Juanita uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical change and symptom relief. Trauma-focused work centers on helping people process difficult memories and reduce distressing symptoms related to past abuse or post-traumatic stress; sessions often include grounding and strategies to manage flashbacks or panic. For mood concerns such as depression or bipolar disorder she emphasizes behavioral strategies and routine-building to stabilize mood and improve day-to-day functioning.Coaching-style work targets life purpose and professional goals by breaking objectives into clear steps, setting priorities, and tracking progress. This approach suits people who want practical tools and measurable movement toward meaningful goals rather than only talk therapy. Juanita treats coaching and therapeutic work as complementary and discusses with each person which mix fits their current needs and preferences.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. She collaborates with clients to choose whether to emphasize trauma processing, mood stabilization, or coaching directions based on their goals. For practicalities, please confirm current session options before booking since formats are not listed here. Online options can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and reduce travel time so therapy can be joined from a quieter moment in the day.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Additional focus areas
Experience
20+ years
Listed in
District of Columbia
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She helps people with trauma and abuse, self-esteem, bipolar disorder, depression, and coaching, plus related issues like body image and isolation.
How does she approach someone feeling stuck?
She works collaboratively, helping clients spot strengths and break larger goals into manageable steps for practical progress.
What is her professional background?
She has 20 years of professional work experience, including supporting people impacted by trauma and those needing executive coaching.
What credential does she hold and where does she practice?
She is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in the District of Columbia.
Does she work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can international clients work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what does it cost?
Costs vary by location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule your first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.