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Domonique Casper Shaw, PhD.
Licensed Psychologist Califronia #PSY28719
What season of your personal and/or love life are you in? Are you in Spring- full of hope and anticipation, Summer- relaxed and enjoying life, Fall- grappling with uncertainty, or Winter- discouraged and disconnected?
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​Unresolved or unaddressed grief and conflict can rob us of the ability to live life fully. Have you experienced disconnection in your relationship, breakup, divorce, loss of a loved one or pet, health decline/medical issues, aging, or change associated with a move, new job, or COVID that is causing stress, anxiety, or depression? I can help you find inner peace while weathering the storm and adapting to the uncertainty of life.
I specialize in treating grief and loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Specifically, my approach to therapy would involve working with you to unpack the past (i.e. negative messages from others and negative thoughts patterns) which may shape your narrative around loss, your identity, and relationships. I use this information to challenge those perceptions and narratives (as needed), help you connect with your values, and live life to the fullest in the here and now #liveyourbestlife and #relationshipgoals. After all, we experience change daily and rarely take a moment to pause, reflect, and question what we need from ourselves and others. I strive to facilitate a safe environment and develop rapport with clients through a supportive, encouraging, and healthy therapeutic relationship to develop growth and resilience.
I dedicated the early part of my career to serving underserved populations, particularly older adults and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous & People of Color). I graduated from Grambling State University with a BA in Psychology and then from The University of Iowa with a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology. I went on to complete my nationally accredited pre-doctoral internship and postdoctoral fellowship at the Veterans Affairs (VA) Palo Alto Health Care System in northern California. I have worked in a wide variety of settings including hospitals, group practices, client’s homes, and virtually.
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The quote “Victory comes through your Adversity,” and the concept of resilience strongly resonates with me. My passion as a psychologist is to provide quality of care to underserved populations who experience mental health stigma. It is my goal to instill hope, encourage clients to take risks, bet on themselves, and do what matters. I am excited to join you along your journey of personal and relational healing and growth.
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In my downtime, I enjoy spending time with family, cooking, laughing, outdoor activities (i.e. hiking, camping, and sitting on the beach which is rare in northern CA), sewing, watching T.V., and going to live music events.