"COURAGE STARTS WITH SHOWING UP AND LETTING OURSELVES BE SEEN." BRENE BROWN
I’m Somayeh Shunk, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Tucson, AZ, and via telehealth for Utah residents. I specialize in treating Perinatal and Postpartum Mood and Anxiety Disorders as well as in trauma. I have extensive experience in the areas of depression, anxiety, trauma, and OCD. Through my years of experience I have been able to effectively build therapeutic rapport with individuals and am able to help adults gain a better understanding of their experiences in order to achieve their goals.
My counseling style is warm, compassionate and practical, and I base treatment around the individual's unique needs and situation. I have been trained in and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to help an individual make changes in their lives.
My educational background includes an M.S. in Community Counseling from University of Phoenix, and a B.A. in Psychology from University of Arizona. I have worked in the field of behavioral health for thirteen years and have been a therapist since 2010. I am currently a member of EMDRIA and PSI (Postpartum Support International).