Shanda Banks, LPC, NCC
Licensed Professional Counselor · National Certified Counselor · Board Certified in TeleMental Health
Experienced, compassionate care
Shanda Banks is a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2007.
She earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Sociology in 2006 and her Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from the University of West Alabama in 2009. She is also a National Certified Counselor and a Certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist, and is Board Certified in TeleMental Health, so clients anywhere in Alabama can meet with her securely by video.
Shanda has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples. She has practiced in behavioral health hospitals, residential, outpatient and private settings — experience that allows her to meet each client where they are.
Mrs. Banks specializes in treating clients who suffer from depression, anxiety, mood disturbance, grief, abuse, neglect, abandonment and other traumas.
Areas of focus
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Mood disturbance
- Grief & loss
- Abuse & neglect
- Abandonment
- Trauma
- Life transitions
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify and reshape unhelpful thought patterns that drive difficult emotions and behaviors.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
Build skills for emotional regulation, distress tolerance and healthier relationships.
Trauma-Focused CBT
A structured, evidence-based treatment for children, teens and caregivers healing from trauma.
Solution-Focused Therapy
Focus on your strengths and what is already working to create change quickly.
Mindfulness Practices
Grounding techniques that help you stay present, calm the body and quiet the mind.
Why “7th Wellness”?
Our motto, “Choosing hope over defeat,” is rooted in Romans 12:2 — the renewing of the mind. Counseling is a place of transformation: challenging counter-productive patterns and building the skills that support a hopeful, healthy life.
Ready to take the first step?
Reaching out is an act of hope. Book online in a few minutes, or call and we will help you find a time that works.