Ms. Shakira O'Garro, LMHC, LPC, LPCC, NCC
(she, her)
Preferred Name: Kira
About Me
Shakira O’Garro, LMHC, LPC, LPCC, NCC, has a decade of experience treating women of Black descent with chronic pain, grief, depression, anxiety, and terminal illnesses. Shakira takes a person-centered and eclectic approach that others often find safe, explorative, and meaningful. She has a passion for Endometriosis advocacy and education. She facilitates a monthly Endometriosis Support Group and an ongoing Group Chat. Ms. O’Garro is also a devout Christian and integrates her faith into her sessions with others who value their faith in Jesus Christ.
Education & Experience
SUNY Plattsburgh - MS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling Fordham University - BS in Psychology and English 10 plus years of counseling experience
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
ACA - American Counseling Association APPA- American Psychological Pain Association
Specialty Area
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Spirituality
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Seniors
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- Cigna
- UnitedHealth
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