Shanna Hoekstra, LCSW | Certified Child Trauma Therapist
Shanna Hoekstra is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Certified Child Trauma Therapist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work from Illinois State University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from the University of Illinois at Chicago.
Shanna offers expert care across a wide range of concerns, including:
- ADHD
- Depression and Anxiety
- Autism Spectrum Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Social Anxiety and School Refusal
- Child Development and Parenting Challenges
- Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
- Feeding and Eating Disorders
- Self-Esteem and Self-Harm
- Adjustment and Attachment Disorders
- Divorce and Family Transitions
- Marriage and Relationship Issues
- LGBTQ+ Community Support
Her background as a School Social Worker has provided her with in-depth knowledge of Special Education Planning, including navigating IEPs and 504 Plans. She collaborates closely with schools and families to develop effective behavioral management strategies and supports tailored to each child’s needs.
Shanna’s approach to therapy is eclectic and highly individualized. She draws from a wide range of evidence-based practices, including:
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Play and Art Therapy
- Mindfulness-Based Therapy
- Attachment-Based Family Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Psychodynamic and Solution-Focused Therapy
- Conflict Resolution and Experiential Techniques
Shanna is passionate about making therapy an engaging and meaningful process. She integrates creativity, experience, and even adventure to help clients move through life’s challenges with resilience and growth.
