Shannon'’s approach and specialisms

Shannon works integratively, drawing from a range of therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each individual and couple. She believes there is no single model that fits every relationship and works collaboratively with clients to develop an approach that reflects their values, experiences, identities, and goals.

Her work is grounded in curiosity, compassion, and collaboration. Rather than viewing one partner as "the problem", she helps clients understand how differences in communication styles, emotional needs, lived experiences, and relationship patterns influence the challenges they face together.

Shannon offers a neuro-affirming and inclusive approach, adapting therapy to fit the couple rather than expecting the couple to fit a particular therapeutic framework. She aims to create a warm, non-judgemental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported to strengthen their relationships in ways that feel authentic and sustainable.

Neurodivergent and Mixed-Neurotype Relationships

Shannon has a particular interest in supporting neurodivergent individuals and mixed-neurotype couples, including relationships where one or both partners are autistic, have ADHD, are AuDHD, or are exploring whether neurodiversity may be shaping their relationship dynamics. She recognises the unique strengths that neurodiversity can bring to relationships, alongside the challenges that can arise when partners experience and communicate with the world in different ways.

She understands that ADHD, autism and other forms of neurodivergence can influence communication, emotional regulation, executive functioning, sensory experiences, intimacy and conflict within relationships. These differences can often lead to misunderstanding, frustration or feelings of disconnection, particularly when viewed through a neurotypical lens.

Taking a neuro-affirming approach, Shannon helps individuals and couples develop a greater understanding of one another's experiences, improve communication, reduce blame and navigate recurring relationship difficulties with greater compassion. Her work is tailored to each couple's unique needs, helping partners build stronger emotional connection while respecting each person's individuality. This area of practice is supported by additional professional training in neurodivergent relationships and neurodiversity-affirming therapy.

LGBTQIA+, GSRD-Aware and Non-Monogamous Relationships

Shannon welcomes individuals and couples from diverse relationship structures, identities, and communities, including LGBTQIA+ clients and those in consensually non-monogamous or polyamorous relationships.

She offers an affirming therapeutic space that recognises the diversity of modern relationships without making assumptions about what healthy relationships should look like. Therapy is tailored to each client's values, agreements, and experiences, supporting them to navigate communication, boundaries, intimacy, identity, conflict, and life transitions with openness and respect.

Communication and Relationship Difficulties

Many couples seek therapy because they feel stuck in recurring arguments, struggle to communicate effectively, or have begun to feel emotionally disconnected from one another.

Shannon helps couples explore the patterns that maintain conflict while developing healthier ways of communicating, understanding each other's perspectives, and responding to difficult situations with greater empathy and clarity.

Her collaborative approach supports couples in strengthening emotional connection, navigating differences constructively, and building relationships that feel more secure, respectful, and fulfilling.