Though brief, my time spent with Kari greatly helped me to deal with the fear and anxiety issues that I was experiencing.
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Carolyn is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 4.5 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Carolyn. View 48 reviews
- Great news, Carolyn is accepting new clients!
- She is normally fully-booked.
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Texas
Recent reviews
She is very understanding & listen to my concerns
More about Carolyn
- 17 years' experience
- Female
- LPC
Hello, and welcome. I am primarily an emotional release therapist, but have training in CBT / DBT / EFT and other modalities... I have worked as a therapist for public mental health facilities for over 7 years, and have worked with psych hospitals exclusively for the last 8 years, but I miss having direct contact with clients, vs working behind the scenes on their behalves.
I have worked with a wide range of clients, from ADHD to OCD to just about everything in between, but my favorite populations are hoarders, those with depression, and people who have suffered serious trauma, such as first responders, or victims of trauma. My favorite technique to use is one that combines the CLIENT'S FAITH BASE (belief in a higher power, prayer), with some ENERGY WORK. It is effective and quick, and most of the people I've worked with have seen resolution within 1-3 sessions. Please bear in mind, that you may need longer than that, based on your trauma and duration, but as this is so quick and effective, It's my preferred method for getting you up and out of the trenches so that you can start approaching your life from a more balanced standpoint. Once your "stuck" points are worked out, then we can continue therapy from a more educational standpoint, where you'll learn techniques, strategies and skills.
Welcome.... I'm glad you're here.... Let's get started....
Specialties
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Existential Therapy
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Narrative Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
- Trauma-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1063647204.
- LPC · Texas · 62833 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.
Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.
Reviews for Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Though brief, my time spent with Kari greatly helped me to deal with the fear and anxiety issues that I was experiencing.
She is very understanding & listen to my concerns
She is patient, understanding, and extremely helpful. I would definitely recommend her to my family and friends.
Very helpful in getting me through this stressful time in my life.
Ms. Kari is a breath of fresh air! It’s like I’m confiding in a friend versus a therapist. She is so easy to talk to, very knowledgeable, her advice is practical and helpful…I am beyond grateful that I was matched with her!
I always feel supported and heard and am provided with a variety of coping strategies to use in so many different scenarios. I feel so much more myself and confident in my social interactions and communications with friends and family now and Kari has also encouraged me to grow in my own self confidence and become a better friend to others too
I am a highly trained and experienced psychotherapist and have practiced for over 50 years. Kari is EXACTLY the therapist I need right now. She is caring, attuned, and engaged. She has given me counsel, support, and alerts in a timely and effective way. I recommend her highly. Her work is Rogerian in nature, following Carl Rogers.
Kari is an excellent therapist. She is sensitive to my needs and responds with helpful information. She is always kind and, yet, very professional! My situation has improved significantly, thanks to her help!
Absolutely love Kari, who I started out with desperately avoiding most socialising and who has helped me get back out there and who is also willing to talk to me about all manner of things I fear others would find weird, boring or too severe.
Kari listens tremendously well & nudges me to keep pushing forward, to keep making achievable daily goals! Small steps but mighty acceptance, awareness & action! My life has changed drastically since I started therapy with Kari! Still a long way to go but I have the hope and faith needed along with my therapist to conquer anything! I’m thankful everyday for therapy, the simplest things in life like showing up make a whole difference!
Kari is awesome! She really does listen and care for you. Talking to her about life and her responses shake you on how real she is!
Very open and honest, listens well and is flexible if you don’t respond well to her initial approach - she’s also very available and seems to care a lot. Really lucky to have her !
Kari is amazing. So thankful I was assigned to her ❤️
Really helpful and knowledgeable . Helped me a lot with what I was going through.
Love her so far!
She will listen with intent and just feels so loving.
Kari is not only humorous but she’s a great listener. I feel understood and heard by her. I feel like I’m always learning something new especially with communicating in an effective manner.
Kari is a calming, encouraging and supportive presence at the other end of the line any time .....I sometimes wonder if she ever manages to sleep as so far no matter when I have messaged or booked a session she has been there for me.
She has been very helpful and understanding so far. Love her!
I can tell she really listens, noticing behaviours in me I would like to break. They are subtle but important to spot as this is not something I'm aware of and like to change. Very helpful!
She’s amazing!!
Kari is very knowledgeable and gives me the feedback I’ve been looking for in a therapist. I’m very grateful for her, she’s helping me a lot.
Kari is a GREAT listener who is very invested in my growth. Over time her support has helped me with new boundaries and clarity of how I can shape different relationships within my life in a more empowering way. I highly recommend her expertise and consult to anyone experiencing anxiety, confusion or even low levels of ptsd and the emotional fallout from it.
Kari is an excellent listener. She gives great advice and practical tools for whatever situation you are in at the moment. She is very compassionate and I enjoyed working with her. Highly recommend.
Kari has been so kind and supportive! She has taught me several new techniques to help with my anxiety. I have really enjoyed working with her!
Kari has been helpful I'm having better days now using techniques has helped. I have a long way to go..
Kari is amazing and has been helping me through a lot! This is my first experience with a therapist and I’m grateful that I’ve been able to work with Kari.
Kari is not just an excellent listener but she also empowers you to talk through solutions and gives you the tools to discover your own solutions. Every win Kari celebrates with you and helps you feel proud of yourself.
Kari has been very supportive and helpful and I appreciate and her skills.
Kari is a very caring and intelligent individual. She takes your problems on as if they are her own and finds solutions to them with a vast array of knowledge, doing so in a very personable way. Since meeting with Kari and doing her energy work, I’ve felt more energized and enthused with my life. As such, I’d recommend her to anyone and everyone!
So far so good
Kari is very kind and honest. In every sessions, I feel heard and understood. She lets me verbalize my week and process through all the stress in life. I also really enjoy doing energy work with her because I always come out of it feeling rested, peaceful, and like I am finally able to forgive myself and others. I highly recommend Kari!
It’s been a pleasure working with Kari for the last two and half months. She has been simply amazing and supportive. Highly knowledgeable and really shows up with a deep thought process with the intent to listen and collaborate with me to find an appropriate solution.
I love how Kari writes me messages when she hasn't heard from me to say she is thinking of me. Her insights and suggestions in the session are valuable and helpful.
Kari is a very patient, clear and compassionate therapist. She has helped me gain new perspectives in a very short time on difficult situations I've encountered in my life. I very much appreciate her expertise blended with an understanding of my journey and relatability which is refreshing. She also demystifyed any natural fears I had about this process. I am grateful to her for simultaneously allowing me to express myself and grow.
Thank you for hearing me and my voice
She’s the best❤️
Since I have started therapy with Kari I have felt much better. I am greatful that she has crossed my path!!
I feel better and more relaxed after each session.
Kari is amazing and intuitively says exactly what I need to be mindful of!
Kari is wonderful I would recommend her to any one
I love my therapy sessions with Kari. She’s kind and understanding and offers guidance when I need it. She reminds me that while it’s good to get things off your chest, it’s more important to look within yourself to truly understand how to help and growth your self. When I started therapy I had terrible anxiety and started keeping a journal. I haven’t need to document a breakdown in two months with her help. Kari is so wonderful to me and I appreciate her tremendously.
Kari has been great! I was apprehensive about virtual therapy and how energy work could be done like that, but I know it’s had a positive impact on me. She’s calming, reassuring and fun.
I adore Kari and I am so happy she was selected as my therapist. She listens to me; she makes me feel heard and validated. I feel very comfortable with her, and I am not afraid to show my true self. She has also helped me connect on a spiritual level.
I find my sessions with Kari helpful. She listens and has a variety of exercises to help me progress. I don't think I am a good patient but that is no reflection on her expertise. It's just me.
she is wonderful, extremely understanding and present. 10/10, would recommend. so kind, honest, helpful and knowledgeable. she is the best! :-)
Kari is a wonderful and extremely kind healer! She made sure to make me feel comfortable and was affirming throughout the energy healing session. It was a great experience! She is also extremely attentive post-sessionsas she checks in with her clients to see how they are feeling. :) I would recommend her for anyone at any stage in their journey of seeking better help!
Kari was very nice and attentive. I could text her on BetterHelp with whatever is bothering me and she'd get back to me shortly after. She was professional, attentive, kind, and trustworthy. I felt like I can talk to her about anything. The sessions helped me tremendously. I was overall happier and calmer than I had been in years. I was surprised to get results this fast. She was amazing. I have recommended her to all my friends and hopefully they too would have the excellent service and experience I had with Kari.
Frequently asked questions
Does Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon speak?
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon speaks English.
How many years of experience does Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon have?
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon has 17 years of experience.
Where is Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon licensed to practice?
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon is licensed to practice in Texas.
Does Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon accept clients outside of the United States?
Yes, Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon accepts clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon offer?
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon?
Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Carolyn "Kari" Homan Shannon?
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