Shannon Snyder

About Shannon

Shannon Snyder, MSW is an LCSW who graduated from University of Missouri, Columbia in 2000. As a seasoned clinician, Shannon has 24 years of experience in the field and is licensed in Minnesota. What makes you enjoy working with seniors?

I enjoy working with seniors because they have an incredible amount of wisdom, unique perspectives, and I think their voices and life experiences are really important to hear and honor. Why do you think online therapy is effective for seniors? I have seen the effectiveness of online therapy for seniors over these last four years firsthand.

Seniors who felt intimidated by accessing mental health care felt less stigma getting a phone call from a kind counselor each week. Those with transportation, health, or physical limitations, or in rural areas, no longer had those as barriers. Can you share some details about your experience?

I started working as a clinical social worker and therapist in 2000. I am certified as a Grief Professional, ADHD Professional, and Parent Coach. I have worked with a wide range of ages, from preschool, up through the senior population.

My work has served people impacted by disabilities, chronic health issues, poverty, depression, anxiety, substance abuse issues, grief, parent-child relationships, as well as other mental health diagnoses. In addition to what is mentioned above, I have worked in school settings, ER's doing crisis psych evaluations, and the insurance setting as a case manager. Can you provide details on your approach to therapy?

I provide a gentle, supportive approach to clients. I draw on cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness based approaches. I help clients identify goals they want to work on that are measurable and achievable.