Empower Yourself With Life's Journey Counseling

Michelle Shannon, MS, LPC, CADC III 355 High Street SE

Salem OR 97301

Phone: 541-237-7768

To schedule an appointment https://michelle-shannon.clientsecure.me 

Website:  https://michelleyshannon.wixsite.com/website

https://www.facebook.com/Lifes-a-Journey-Counseling-219457748765140/  

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Philosophy and Approach

My belief about the therapy process is that all individuals have the inherent ability to create change in their lives in order to experience greater life satisfaction.  My approach is to facilitate this change by helping to uncover barriers to change and teaching more effective strategies for personal growth.  The relationship between counselor and client is based on respect, trust, and support.  My intention is to create an atmosphere for clients that allow for openness and honesty regarding problems so that we can work together to find solutions and clients are assisted in practicing new behaviors.

Credentials and Experience

I, Michelle Shannon, have completed my Masters of Science in Psychology with an emphasis in Addictions at Kaplan University on August 17, 2016.  To maintain my certification and license I am required to participate in annual continuing education, taking classes dealing with subjects relevant to this profession.  

My Responsibilities as Your Counselor

As a Counselor, I adhere to the ACCBO Code of Ethics and the NAADAC Code of Ethics.  These ethics and standards are intended to protect the welfare of both my clients and the community I serve. 

Fees for Service                                                                                                                                                                 

*I am working in private practice accepting private pay at this time.  Sliding scale rates are available if needed.  Prices may change with notice. 

Individual Counseling Sessions Fee Cost: $ 175.00 per hour

Assessments are $225.00

Your Rights and Responsibilities

I also want to make certain that you are aware that you have “Client Bill of Rights” based on the NAADAC Code of Ethics.  You have the right:

• To expect that a licensee has met the minimal qualifications of training and experience required by state law

• To examined public records maintained by the Board and to have Board confirm credentials of a licensee

• To obtain a copy of the Code of Ethics (Oregon Administrative Rules 833-100)

• To report complaints to the Licensing Board

• To be informed of the cost of professional services before receiving the services

• To be assured of privacy and confidentiality while receiving services as defined by rule or law, with the following exceptions:  1) Reporting suspected child abuse; 2 Reporting imminent danger to you or others; 3) Reporting information required in court proceedings or by your insurance company, or other relevant agencies; 4) Providing information concerning licensee case consultation or supervision; and 5) Defending claims brought by you against me

• To be free from discrimination because of age, color, culture, disability, ethnicity, national origin, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, or socioeconomic status.

You may contact the Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists at

3218 Pringle Rd. SE, #120, Salem OR 97302-6312

Telephone: (503) 378-5499

Email: lpct.board@state.or.us

Website: www.oregon.gov/OBLPCT

For additional information about this intern, consult the Board’s website.