Practitioner record · Checked 9 Oct 2026
Shannon Gooch has been in practice 10 years and is licensed in Texas. Shannon lists relationship issues, self esteem and depression among 34 subjects on the BetterHelp roster.
Everything below is either quoted from Shannon's own BetterHelp listing, taken from public licensing records, or written by Maker Therapy and labelled as such. Nothing here is an availability promise, a review, or a rating.
01 · Who Shannon works with
Shannon lists 10 specialisms and 24 further focus areas. Specialisms are the subjects Shannon chose to list first, which is the closest a listing gets to “this is my actual practice”.
02 · In Shannon's own words
Reproduced in full and unedited - not summarised, not tightened, not rewritten in a house voice.
Do you find yourself feeling hopeless, overwhelmed, or weighed down by anxiety? Life’s challenges can feel heavy, but you don’t have to face them alone. I’m here to support you.
My name is Shannon Gooch, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor. I have extensive experience working with adults, families, adolescents, and at-risk youth. With a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Professional Counseling, I’ve dedicated my career to helping individuals and families navigate crisis, heal from pain, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.
As a wife and mother, I bring a relatable and grounded perspective to the work I do. My experiences across different practice settings have shaped me into a detail-oriented, compassionate, and forward-thinking counselor. I strive to provide the same level of care and respect that I would want for myself or my own family.
I specialize in complex trauma, depression, anxiety, stress, behavior management, and social skills development. I am passionate about helping people discover their sense of purpose, strengthen emotional resilience, and build meaningful change.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on practical strategies. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused techniques to help clients understand their thoughts, identify root concerns, and develop effective coping skills. I believe counseling is a powerful tool for awareness, problem-solving, and emotional regulation.
My goal is to empower you with the skills and support needed to move forward with confidence and clarity. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey.
Shannon Gooch, on the BetterHelp listing · read 9 Oct 2026
03 · How Shannon works
These are the clinical methods Shannon lists. The descriptions are Maker Therapy's, not Shannon's - a general explanation of what each method is, so the list means something before you have spoken to anybody. They are not a claim about how Shannon runs a session.
04 · What happens next
Shannon practises through BetterHelp, so the route in is BetterHelp's. This is that sequence, written by Maker Therapy from the platform's published process - not a description of Shannon's own practice, and not a promise about how quickly anything happens.
BetterHelp opens with a set of questions about what you are dealing with, what you want from therapy, and any preferences on the therapist. You are not booking Shannon at this point.
BetterHelp matches algorithmically by default, so asking for Shannon is a step you have to take. There is a field for requesting a specific therapist during sign-up, and you can switch afterwards from your account. Starting from a link on this page does not by itself assign you to Shannon.
You will be offered somebody else rather than put on a waitlist. Worth knowing, because it is easy to assume a match is the person you asked for.
A first session is typically history and orientation: what brought you, what has been tried, what you want to be different. It is also where the questions in the next section belong.
Changing therapist on BetterHelp does not need a reason. A first session that does not click is common and is not a verdict on therapy. That option existing is the main practical difference between a platform and a private practice.
05 · Before you commit
Built from what Shannon actually lists, so they are answerable and specific rather than generic. Maker Therapy's, not Shannon's - Shannon has not seen them and is under no obligation to answer any of them.
“You list both Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Client-Centred Therapy. Which do you lean on with someone like me?”
Those two point in different directions - one structured and led by the therapist, the other led by you. The answer tells you what the sessions will actually feel like.
“How do you decide when someone is ready to work on a traumatic memory itself?”
Pacing is the biggest safety question in trauma work. A clear, unhurried answer here matters more than any credential.
“How do you handle the gap between sessions if something comes up?”
On BetterHelp this varies a great deal by therapist. Better to know the rhythm now than to discover it on a bad week.
06 · Practical details
07 · Provenance
Shannon's name, credential, state, subjects, approaches and biography are read from BetterHelp's therapist roster, which Maker Therapy re-reads once a day; this page reflects the reading taken on 9 Oct 2026. The licence number and NPI are cross-checked against public registers.
The plain-English method descriptions, the first-session walkthrough and the questions are written by Maker Therapy and labelled as such wherever they appear.
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