Works with
- Anger
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
How Shantizia works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Florida
- Years in practice
- 3
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Shantizia
Shantizia Figgs is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship struggles. She is based in Florida and speaks English. Shantizia uses straightforward, practical methods to help people manage emotions and handle everyday problems.
She meets people where they are and focuses on clear, doable steps. Sessions often include finding patterns that keep problems going and trying new ways of responding. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy to guide the work.
Background and approach
Shantizia has a Master of Social Work from Florida State University and holds the LCSW credential in Florida. Her background includes individual counseling and work with adults and young adults. She draws on what has worked for each person in the past and builds from there.
In sessions she helps people set small goals, test practical changes, and track progress. Common topics include parenting concerns, blended family issues, communication problems, grief, self-esteem, and life transitions. She also addresses mood concerns and intimacy-related questions.
People who prefer a direct, collaborative style tend to do well with her. She encourages steady steps and realistic plans. If someone wants help sorting feelings and making change, she offers methodical support and honest feedback.
What Shantizia works with
Everything Shantizia lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Shantizia's practice.
- Parenting issues
- Self esteem
- Depression
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Intimacy-related issues
- Anger management
- Career difficulties
- Coping with life changes
- Blended family issues
- Communication problems
- Life purpose
- Mood disorders
- Self-love
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Approaches Shantizia lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
How practical approaches work online
CBT focuses on identifying thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going and testing small behavior changes to see what helps. It is useful for anxiety, mood issues, anger, and stress when you want clear steps to try.Motivational Interviewing uses guided conversation to uncover a persons own reasons for change and to build motivation. It can help with goal-setting for parenting, career shifts, substance-free goals, or making everyday changes.
Solution-Focused Therapy looks for what already works and expands those strengths into practical plans. It suits people who want quick, focused work on communication, coping, or relationship habits.
Choosing the right approach is a team process. The therapist will talk with the client about goals, try methods that fit their needs, and adjust over time. That collaborative process helps tailor work to each persons situation and preferences.
Online sessions make scheduling and access easier. Video calls let people work face to face from different locations. Phone sessions can be shorter check-ins or used when bandwidth is limited. Live chat and text messaging support brief updates, reminders, and ongoing coaching between meetings. These options help people fit therapy into busy days and keep momentum between sessions.
Questions people ask about Shantizia
What concerns does she help with?
She supports people with anger, anxiety, depression, stress, relationship and family issues, grief, parenting challenges, self-esteem, and related concerns.
What is her general approach in sessions?
Her style is practical and collaborative. She focuses on clear goals, small steps, and techniques people can use between sessions.
What experience does she bring?
She has three years of documented experience as a clinician and has worked in individual counseling with adults and young adults.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LCSW credential and practices in Florida.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
She provides video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How does billing and cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.