Shannon here, I am a  Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist in California (LMFT103953) specializing in individual, couples, and family therapy; and the Founder and lead therapist of Legacy Life Counseling and Consulting, Inc.; a private practice in Oceanside, CA. 

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I am a Graduate of National University, with a Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology.

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Current:

• Works as a Behavioral Health Prevention Specialist for the United States Marine Corps. 

• Group Facilitator and Presenter of "The Truth About PTSD" for the nonprofit group Mighty Oaks Warrior Program.

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Work History and Experience:

• Served as a Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence victim advocate for the Marine Corps Family Advocacy Program.

• Facilitated as a Resiliency Trainer and Outreach Coordinator for UCLA Semel Institute of Neuroscience and Human Behavior with the Families OverComing Under Stress program (FOCUS); a military resiliency based organization.

• Developed and Directed a Christian Counseling Ministry for four years at a local church.

• Interned as a Therapist for the Mobile Adolescent Service Team for Community Research Foundation (CRF) in San Diego.

• Served as a Juvenile Court Counselor for the Department of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency  in North Carolina.

• Proud Veteran of the United States Navy.

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I am a warm and collaborative therapist who provides support and practical insight.  My integrative therapeutic approach creates a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their concerns, understand more about themselves, and learn better ways to cope with life's challenges.  I utilize researched, evidence-based treatment approaches and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, I work with each individual, couple, or family  to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth and resiliency they are seeking.

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Certification and Trainings

Suicide Prevention: SafeTalk and ASSIST

Drug & Alcohol : Prime for Life 4.5  Trainer

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Professional Activities and Memberships

I am currently a member of California Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (CAMFT)