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Shawnessa Devonish Ford

Renown Licensed Therapist, Bravo TV, Forbes, Essence, and more at Rejuvenated Minds Therapeutic Services LLC
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Shawnessa is a National Board Certified Counselor, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, and Speaker located in the Maryland. She primarily helps millennial clients heal and grow from past abandonment traumas that developed due to the lack of involvement and/ or alienation from a family member during childhood. She assists clients with coping with issues in relation to emotional neglect, psychological abuse, depression, anxiety, and generational trauma.

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  • Therapy Essential During Life Transitions, Expert Advises
    Shawnessa recommends therapy for those facing life transitions impacting daily functioning. She highlights signs like "loss of purpose, anxiety, and isolation" as indicators for seeking help. Therapy aids in managing existential challenges and disenfranchised grief, such as job loss or children leaving home.
  • Spotting Holiday Burnout: Expert Insights from Shawnessa Devonish Ford
    Shawnessa highlights key burnout indicators: financial dread, loss of control, and isolation. She notes that guilt from holiday spending, lack of boundaries, and disinterest in joyful traditions can lead to sadness and irritability.
  • Personal Self-Audit: A Better Alternative to New Year Resolutions
    Shawnessa describes a personal self-audit as a process of honest self-reflection to assess progress and set SMART goals. Unlike New Year resolutions, self-audits allow for flexible goal-setting without time pressure. Key questions include assessing wellness dimensions, accomplishments, and personal happiness. This approach encourages continuous growth and self-connection.
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