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Shaniece Goodman

Therapist · California

Shaniece Goodman

LMFT

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - Life purpose and relationship concerns

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Experience
3 years
Based in
California
Sessions
Online
Languages
English
  • Stress and anxiety
  • Trauma and abuse
  • Communication skills

About Shaniece

Shaniece Goodman is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with three years of clinical experience. She works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. Shaniece also supports people facing issues like abandonment, attachment difficulties, communication problems, chronic illness, and caregiving strains.

She keeps sessions focused and practical. Shaniece helps clients talk through what feels unworkable and identify small, manageable steps. Conversations cover coping strategies, communication skills, and ways to reduce overwhelming feelings so daily life is easier to manage.

Shaniece uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques to guide the work. That means she chooses approaches shown to help with mood, trauma, and relationship struggles. She adapts methods to each person’s situation rather than following a single formula.

Her style pays attention to cultural background and life circumstances. Clients can expect direct discussion of patterns such as codependency, commitment worries, or avoidant behaviors. Shaniece also addresses practical concerns tied to illness, aging, or blended family dynamics.

For someone feeling stuck after a change or unsure what comes next, she helps clarify options and test small shifts in behavior. Shaniece blends problem-solving with reflective conversation to help people notice what does and does not work. To begin, people are invited to use the site’s matching flow and schedule an initial session.

Shaniece conducts sessions in English and practices as an LMFT in California. Her service model uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time, and fees vary by location.

License and NPI on record

LMFT
California · 161576

As listed on the therapist's profile. A license can be checked with the state board, and an NPI with the national NPI registry.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

Additional focus areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesCancerChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSocial anxiety and phobiaWorkplace issues

Experience

3+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions

Shaniece works from evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on changing thoughts and behaviors and on processing difficult emotional memories. Cognitive-behavioral approaches involve identifying unhelpful thought patterns and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce anxiety and improve mood. Trauma-focused methods help people slowly process painful memories and reduce their impact on daily functioning.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shaniece collaborates with each person to choose methods that match their goals, needs, and preferences. Together they review what feels useful and adjust the plan as sessions progress.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, shorten commute time, or allow a brief check-in during a work break. It also lets people work from wherever is most convenient and can make consistent follow-up simpler to arrange.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, addictions, family concerns, trauma and abuse, and depression. Additional focuses include attachment, abandonment, chronic illness, and communication problems.

How would she approach feeling stuck or directionless?

She uses practical, evidence-based techniques and focused conversation to identify small changes a person can test. The work mixes skill-building and reflection to help clarify next steps.

How much clinical experience does she have?

Shaniece has three years of experience as a practicing therapist. That background includes work with mood issues, trauma-related concerns, and relationship dynamics.

What credential does she hold and where is she based?

She is an LMFT - Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist - practicing in California.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions paid for and what do they cost?

Costs vary by location and are managed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Fees depend on the subscriber's plan and region.

What is the first step to begin working together?

Select the "See online therapy options" button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session through the platform.

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