Jason Shaw Jr
MA, LCPC

Nearly five years into clinical work I continue to grow and become more passionate about the work Ido with people. My clinical expertise includes assisting people with navigating cultural and systemic oppression, exploring their racial identity, exploration of gender identity, and LGBTQ issues. I also specialize in addressing a myriad of anxieties, often socio-economic anxiety, as well as general anxiety.

My work recognizes the impact society and systems have on our mental health and I am dedicated to supporting people to better understand those impacts and explore ways to navigate spaces by utilizing their support systems and other resources available to them. It is important to me for people to be fully autonomous people who can advocate for themselves within systems that may not be made for them through the work of liberation.

That work also shows up when I work with individuals who are experiencing depression, workingthrough life transitions, self-esteem troubles, and couples work. 

Utilizing many behavioral modalitiesto help individuals navigate relationships and foster healthy connections, communication, andboundaries.

In my role as a therapist, I acknowledge the impossible task of separating my other identities within my work. I show up carrying with me my own story and because of it, I am aware of the work needing to be done to ensure comfortability, safety, and vulnerability for the people I work with. I bring a sense of vulnerability and passion in my work with people that I hope allows them to connect more withthemselves and feel empowered.

Every individual has their own story and unique challenges and I tailor the work that we do around their stories. I am thankful to be a part of their journey to empowerment and I do my best to tailor the therapeutic goals to their needs based on their stories.

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

• Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)

• Liberation Therapy

• Strength-Based Therapy

• Play Therapy

• Art Therapy

• Motivational Interviewing

• Family Systems Therapy

In addition to direct therapeutic work with participants, I provide clinical supervision and Continuing Education (CE) training for mental health professionals in the field. I also lead monthly DEIBtrainings/discussions within AMK.

Past Training Topics Include:

● Cultural Competency/Implicit Bias

● Trauma Informed/Sensitive Care

● Stress Management

● Poverty and Education Awareness

● Work with Intentionally Marginalized Populations

● Religion within Communities

● Physical Activity and Sleep

● Intentionally Marginalized Populations: Historical Implications on Present Day Mental Health

Jason is in network with Aetna & BCBS PPO

Pronouns: He/Him/His