Shannon Sparks, LMFT
Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist #155014
Specialties & Focus Areas
Shannon’s main areas of specialty include:
- Anxiety
- Relationship challenges (friendships, family conflict, breakups)
- Self-esteem & self-worth
- Academic stress, motivation, and performance pressure
- Executive functioning concerns
Shannon Sparks is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in supporting pre-teens, teens, and young adults as they navigate anxiety, relationship challenges, identity development, academic pressure, and major life transitions. She holds a Master’s in Counseling Psychology with a Health Emphasis from Santa Clara University.
Shannon’s work is grounded in a client-centered, strengths-based approach. She creates a space where young people can show up fully as themselves without fear of judgment or pressure. Her goal is to help clients understand their experiences, trust their voice, and feel confident in the path ahead.
Her style is warm, flexible, supportive, and deeply attuned. She meets clients exactly where they are, helping them make sense of their emotions while uncovering the resilience, insight, and strengths they already possess.
Therapy With Shannon
Shannon’s authenticity is one of the first things clients notice. She brings warmth, openness, and a genuine sense of curiosity into the therapy room. Teens and young adults often feel at ease with her quickly, which makes deeper conversations possible.
Her goals in therapy include:
✨ Helping clients develop a stronger sense of identity
✨ Supporting them through challenges at their own pace
✨ Building confidence and self-compassion
✨ Providing tools that help both now and in the future
Shannon believes therapy works best when it feels authentic, compassionate, and collaborative. Her goal is to create a space where young people feel understood, supported, and empowered to explore who they are.
She integrates multiple evidence-based modalities, including:
- Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
- Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT + trauma-informed CBT)
- Family Systems Therapy
- Attachment-Based Therapy
- Person-Centered Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Art Therapy
- Gender Affirming Care
- Crisis Intervention
Additional Areas of Concern
Shannon also supports clients navigating:
- Perfectionism
- Life transitions
- Grief & loss
- Sensitivity to criticism or rejection
- Trust issues
- Attachment issues
- ADHD & attention challenges
- Body image concerns
- Depression
- Loneliness
- Self-harm (non-crisis)
Who Shannon Works With
- Anxiety (generalized, social, or school-related)
- Relationship struggles
- Academic overwhelm and stress
- Low self-worth or self-esteem
- Identity exploration
- Emotional sensitivity or heightened reactions
- Executive functioning challenges
Life Outside the Therapy Room
Shannon’s personal interests bring balance and relatability to her work. Outside of therapy, she enjoys:
- Playing volleyball
- Going on walks with her dog and husband
- Trying new crafts
- Going to sports games
- Wandering through stores like TJMaxx, Target, or Hobby Lobby
- Watching true crime documentaries
Work With Shannon
If you’re looking for a therapist who brings warmth, curiosity, collaboration, and deep care, Shannon would love to support your pre-teen, teen, or young adult.
