Hi, I’m SHawn CHrisman.
My passion is to work with you to identify and remove the blocks that prevent you from connecting with your best self.
We may struggle with questions like,
How can I be my authentic self?
Why do I act this way in my relationships?
How can I find the love I want?
What can I do to manage stress, anxiety, or depression?
How can I address my emotional regulation?
In my therapeutic training, I felt compelled to add on a specialization in gender and sexuality. Healthy sexuality is expressed in many different ways but we may feel shame, guilt, or other negative feelings based on value judgments that we internalize through different sources. Clients may come in with a concern about their sexual relationships or questions about gender, kink/BDSM, or open/poly relationships. We explore these topics in a safe and supportive environment.
This is likely not your first stop in discovery for answers and solutions. I’m ready and available to help you identify your goals and get you back on track for a more fulfilling life.
Education & Certifications
MPM School Marisa Peer Method
C. Hyp. (Certified Hypnotist), RTT, 2018
Widener University
Ph.D., Human Sexuality, 2016
Southern Methodist University
M.S., Counseling, 2012
University of Texas
M.E.D., Sports Management, 2000
Professional Memberships
American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists
Society for the Scientific Study of Sexuality
National Association of Drug and Alcohol Counselors
Texas Counseling Association
Speaking Engagements and Publications
October 2018: Long Island Institute of Sex Therapy - “Working with Trans & Gender Non-Conforming Communities”
May 2017: 23rd Congress of the World Association for Sexual Health – “GPS-Enabled Apps & Gay Male Relationships: Measuring Impacts of Partner Usage on Relationship & Sexual Satisfaction”
February 2017: 2017 Adolescent Symposium of Texas – “Swiping, Sexting, & Snapchatting: Adolescent Relationships in the Digital Age
February 2016: Greenhill Parent Association – “Media Consumption, Gender Socialization, & Teenagers”
January 2014: UT Dallas Brown Bag Luncheon - "Asexuality"
November 2013: UT Dallas Brown Bag Luncheon - "Finding LGBT-Friendly Medical Practitioners"
February 2013: SMU Student Event -"Sexuality on Campus"
May 2013: Qualitative Health Research (journal) - Letter to Editor "Additional Considerations Regarding Barebacking Contradictions"