Hi, I’m Shirria McCullough.

I’m a mother of 5 and an introvert! As an introvert, I spend more than enough time in my own head, thinking of what I could have done differently, questioning my life decisions, and ways to better develop myself.

At the age of 25, I got my “life together” in 2006 following the death of my brother. His death made my mortality a reality and the thought of leaving my 3 children without anything if I passed, I got myself “together.” I received my Bachelor in Social Work from Barton College 2008, Master in Social Work from East Carolina University 2012 and became a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in 2014.

I enjoy working with individuals experiencing symptoms of depression and anxiety that result from life responsibilities, such as the overworked and overwhelmed mother. I also enjoy helping younger millennials and Gen Zers that are anxious or depressed due to internal conflicts surrounding adulthood, unrealistic or unfulfilled expectations, social media comparisons, and money instability.

I want to create a safe space for you to be able to share thoughts openly without the fear of judgement. I hope to guide you to the realization that you are enough, nothing is “wrong” with you, and you are worthy of your hearts desires!

My Approach

 

As a therapist, it is important that you have a space that you can express yourself freely and feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and saying difficult things aloud. I work to encourage you to explore certain feelings and thoughts and the origin of them. Afterwards, we challenge those thoughts and feelings to discover new thought patterns and reframe your original way of thinking. I am fully transparent, which means I share personal details of my life to establish rapport, encourage you to see me as human, and build a trusting professional relationship. Additionally, I never give advice that I would not take or have not taken myself. My role is to support and guide your mental health journey.