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A graduate of The University of Texas at San Antonio with a Master of Arts in Educational Psychology and Simmons College with a Master’s in Social Work, she holds licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor. She has worked with non-profits in Texas, New York and California, focusing on helping those suffering from substance use disorders, as well as multitude of other stressful life situations. She has experience in working in civilian personnel, with a major behavioral health insurance company, and youth organizations focusing on prevention strategies away from substance use. She also has expertise in facilitating and co-directing women’s and youth spiritual retreats. Her most recent work experience is serving clients connected to felony drug court, in order to help them receive integrated treatment services. She has received training in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy, believing in the healing power of the brain and creating an environment where clients can begin their healing journeys. She is a clinical member for the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT) and a current member with the National Association of Social Workers, the EMDR International Association and the American Association of University Women (AAUW), San Antonio’s chapter. She has facilitated staff trainings on use of self, trauma-informed care, presented at state conferences, and supervised Master-level students and Licensed Professional Counselor interns as they worked on their higher education degrees and state licensure. https://www.courageousstorycounseling.com/shannon-kratky daily 0.75 2026-08-03 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/2fe5a919-e53d-4de7-afe3-97225270c907/shan+and+cyn.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/37a99c54-1202-41fa-ad1b-270e80e8826c/Shannon+NAADAC.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/5a4f0640-3944-4e87-a0c7-3e9cd4de09e6/anti+ableism+shan.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/94996c33-70b4-41b2-8586-57f7877eaa1b/image000001.jpeg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/8bb512b7-6115-4f81-aa4d-420ee1874626/370148053_725372352967246_7693489150311856247_n.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/dc84b4d2-d846-4ad7-98ea-65553021ece8/shan+ricky.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/9dbeae6e-21d6-4ed8-8d04-b6193a193ac5/SK+Headshot+2022+-+Records.jpg Shannon Kratky, PhD, NCC, LPC-S, LMHC, LCDC Shannon Kratky (they/them/she/her) PhD, NCC, LPC-S (TX), LMHC (WA), LCDC (TX), EMDR Certified Owner and Counselor at Courageous Story Counseling, PLLC Dr. Shannon Kratky (“Shannon”) co-owns Courageous Story Counseling, PLLC, in San Antonio, TX, and provides mental health and substance use care for adults (18+), and specializes in complex trauma (i.e., “complicated childhoods,” interpersonal violence), care for LGBTQiA2S+ persons, and harm reduction-oriented substance use care. Shannon is a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), licensed in the State of Texas as a Licensed Professional Counselor and Approved Supervisor (LPC-S) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC), and licensed in the State of Washington as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). Shannon is also certified in Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) through the EMDR International Association (EMDRIA). Dr. Kratky employs an anti-oppressive, liberation-focused, culturally responsive systemic approach and integrates strengths-based modalities, including EMDR, expressive arts, harm reduction principles, and more. They also work from a neuro-affirming framework and celebrate neurodivergence. She firmly believes in annihilating the question of “What is wrong with you?” and, instead, asks, “What happened to you?” and “What is right about you?” They also provide education and training for mental health professionals, other health care professionals, organizations, and community members across the US on various topics, including LGBTQiA2S+ affirming and inclusive care, childhood sexual abuse and other forms of interpersonal violence, substance use, community and self care, and more. Dr. Kratky earned their PhD in Counseling from Oregon State University, where their research explored the experiences of internalized oppression and liberation for adult survivors of childhood sexual abuse (CSA) with queer identities. She also earned her Master of Science degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA) and Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology and Addictive Disorders and Recovery Studies from Texas Tech University. While attending UTSA, Shannon was awarded and completed the Minority Fellowship Program in Addictions Counseling by the National Board of Certified Counselors Foundation (NBCCF), where they committed to providing services for underserved and never-served persons. They remains committed to serving these persons today. Shannon has worked in the field of mental health since 2009, when she started her career as a Special Education Teacher for students experiencing behavioral and mental health concerns. She has worked in multiple settings throughout her career in mental health, including employment as an advocate and counselor at the Rape Crisis Center, field researcher for the National Drug and Alcohol Study, and Behavioral Health Specialist in the Greater Denver Metro Area. They have journeyed alongside hundreds of clients in residential and outpatient centers who are seeking recovery from mental health concerns, including post-traumatic stress, anxiety, depression, and substance use. Dr. Kratky truly values opportunities for advocacy and thoroughly enjoys connecting with others through service. Currently, she serves on the LGBTQiA2S+ Clinical Standards Committee with The Association for Addiction Professionals (NAADAC) and as a volunteer and mentor with the NBCCF. Previously, Shannon served in leadership positions within NAADAC, NBCCF, and on the Board of Directors for LBJ Behavioral Services, Inc., a non-profit in the Greater Orlando Area that provides quality mental health services to those who may not otherwise have access to care. https://www.courageousstorycounseling.com/telehealth-for-texans daily 0.75 2024-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/1704770695313-PQE6J7YHP13GJVUV6LQX/image-asset.jpeg Telehealth for Texans At Courageous Story Counseling, PLLC, we offer counseling through tele-health for Texas residents.* We provide these services through SpruceHealth, a secure, confidential, HIPAA-compliant platform. Basically, it’s like Facetiming or Zooming with your counselor, but in a safer, more protected way. You do not need a computer to use SpruceHealth. As long as you have internet access, you can access SpruceHealth on a phone, tablet , or computer through the SpruceHealth app or an internet browser. Maybe you feel safer at home due to concerns about the COVID-19 pandemic. Maybe you don’t have the time to travel to and from a counselor’s office. Maybe you’ve searched for a counselor in your area and you just haven’t found the right “fit” for you. Maybe you’re struggling with anxiety or depression and leaving your home feels impossible. Maybe you just want to talk to someone from the privacy of your own home. Whatever your reason, We are here for YOU. Telehealth may be the right option for you. * We are also offering in-person sessions. https://www.courageousstorycounseling.com/emdr daily 0.75 2024-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/1704833442017-SX4H8I79HXG7FOWEHAN9/image-asset.jpeg EMDR - EMDR Therapy for Adults What is EMDR? Eye-Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapy used to help people put the past behind them, be more present in their day-to-day lives, and create the future they desire for themselves. EMDR utilizes bilateral stimulation by activating the senses through visual, auditory, and/or tactile side-to-side patterns, like watching a ping-pong game (eyes moving back and forth) or going for a walk. EMDR is not "shock-therapy" or hypnosis. Through Bilateral Stimulation, EMDR directly affects the brain's information processing system and liberates us from emotional experiences that are trapped in our nervous systems. EMDR helps us to better "digest" difficult experiences, which results in more peaceful feelings, resolution, and the ability to be more present in our lives. Who can EMDR help? EMDR has been extensively researched and is a proven method to help people recovering from difficult life experiences, PTSD, Anxiety, and depression. EMDR can also be helpful with the following concerns: panic attacks, phobias, coping with chronic illness, Bipolar Disorders, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, grief/loss, performance anxiety, personality disorders, other trauma- and stress-related disorders, sexual assault, violence, abuse, sleep disturbance, and substance use and other addictions. How is EMDR unique? EMDR activates the natural processes in the brain that are geared towards health and wellness, rather than focusing on changing thoughts, emotions, or behaviors. EMDR helps us to "digest" experiences that are "stuck" in the brain and creating distress in the present moment, so we can heal and move forward. EMDR, unlike many other therapies, does not require clients to re-hash the details of past traumatic experiences or to complete “homework” assignments between sessions. For many clients, EMDR can be completed in fewer sessions than traditional talk-therapy. Why choose EMDR with Courageous Story Counseling PLLC? EMDR is a mental health intervention that should only be provided by professionally trained and licensed mental health clinicians. At Courageous Story Counseling PLLC, we exceed these expectations. We are both EMDR Certified Therapists through the EMDR International Association. Where can I find additional information about EMDR? Additional reliable information about EMDR can be found here: EMDR International Association. We also recommend watching the following video from the EMDR International Association: Introduction to EMDR Therapy. https://www.courageousstorycounseling.com/training-and-consultation daily 0.75 2024-01-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/206b6fa7-0eb4-41bf-a4e1-92c2684e4a3a/370148053_725372352967246_7693489150311856247_n.jpg Training, Consultation, and Speaking Engagements - Trainings, Workshops, and Speaking Engagements. We provide workshops and trainings for mental health professionals, other health professionals, non-profit organizations, for-profit businesses in other industries, and community members. Upcoming workshops and trainings will be listed under the “Upcoming Events” tab above. We have provided trainings and workshops, together and individually, within the San Antonio community, at state and national conferences, for non-profit organizations, and with other business entities. Workshops and training topics we have presented on previously include: Implementation of trauma-informed care Ethical decision-making Starting and operating a private mental health practice The phenomenon of revictimization The impact of childhood sexual abuse on adulthood LGBTQiA+ needs Self-care for community members and professionals Implicit and explicit bias Tobacco education Substance use/mis-use and addiction … and more! *If you are seeking a training or workshop facilitator for a topic that is not listed above, please feel free to outreach us. If we cannot help you, we will help you find someone who can! If you are interested in us providing a workshop or training for your organization or business, please feel free to contact us. Inquire within for rates for workshops and trainings, as rates vary by number of attendees, length of workshop or training, and other factors. Inquiries may be submitted through the “Contact Us” tab above, or you may email us at csc@courageousstorycounseling.com. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f8f41657ef3af1cc5e2382c/d5738755-6793-453a-83a3-3529c45d5356/naadac+2022+313979479_10160349220224642_53928871571982477_n.jpg Training, Consultation, and Speaking Engagements - Consultation. Sometimes, we all need another professional to consult with. Whether you are a counselor, other health professional, non-profit organization, or for-profit business in another field, we would be happy to consult with you either in-person (at your office or ours) or virtually. Currently, we provide consultation regarding the following topics: Implementation of trauma-informed care Impact of traumatic experiences on individuals, families, and communities LGBTQiA2S+ needs Implicit and explicit bias Starting and operating a private mental health practice Interpersonal violence Childhood sexual/physical/emotional abuse and neglect and the impact on adulthood Ethical decision-making Substance use/mis-use and addiction … and more! *If you are seeking consultation for a topic that is not listed above, please feel free to outreach us. If we cannot help you, we will help you find someone who can! Investment: Private and semi-private (5 or less attendees) consultation with Shannon or Nancy: $90* per 30 minutes $175* per hour *Multiple attendees may split the fees amongst themselves Private and semi-private (5 or less attendees) consultation with Shannon and Nancy: $180* per 30 minutes $350* per hour *Multiple attendees may split the fees amongst themselves Large group (6 or more attendees) consultation Shannon and/or Nancy: Inquire within. Inquiries may be submitted through the “Contact Us” tab above, or you may email us at csc@courageousstorycounseling.com. https://www.courageousstorycounseling.com/past-events daily 0.75 2024-01-09