Meet Shannon Mimbs | Licensed Private-Practice Psychotherapist

We had the good fortune of connecting with Shannon Mimbs and we’ve shared our conversation below.

Hi Shannon, is there something you can share with us that those outside of the industry might not be aware of?
That’s a great question. I believe many times in our culture when we hear the terms “therapy” or “counseling,” we quickly assume that someone is going through unusual or severe personal or family problems. Granted, that is true maybe with various persons seeking therapy services. However, there remains a stigma in our society – a conditioning, of sorts – in which we are so geared towards self-reliance that we feel or view ourselves as weak or “less than” if we lean upon others for support. Many working professionals, athletes, students, and couples who are not having “problems” much different than the rest of us come to services to bolster their personal or family building process. They simply embrace the truth that we are persons-in-community. They realize that we each are under construction, inclined to various “blind spots,” and that working with a psychotherapist along life’s journey is a strength in their lives. They are afforded a safe space to process or think out loud the choices before them, work towards habits that line up with their goals of personal or family progress and integrate the services into their overall system of support.

Alright, so for those in our community who might not be familiar with your business, can you tell us more?
Having served in the mental health community for many years, my heart has always been to launch a private practice. My take on this has everything to do with being part of the community and providing a supportive space for persons to build towards their goals, no matter the challenges, and find a rhythm of relating that’s conducive to contentment in their lives. That being said, there are various ways one can go about this venture. I chose to start things up in what’s sometimes called an “independent group practice model.” This means that there are a few other therapists in the same building (i.e. Dr. Kimberly Seheult, LPC, CPCS, RPT; Joshua Kyle Ellis, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS; and Robyn S. Gruber, MA, LPC, NCC, CPCS), but we each own and operate private practices. This offers a sense of community while affording individuality to be fully in charge of your business.

As for my brand, I resonate with the quote by Jay Danzie that says, “Your smile is your logo, your personality is your business card, how you leave others feeling after an experience with you becomes your trademark.” It reminds us to keep the people-business anchored in our relationships with people. This is one of the reasons why I believe that tailoring services to the needs of a community is essential. There are many exciting developments and ventures ahead that are percolating, but for now my focus has been on meeting persons within the community and capturing the ethos of metro Atlanta.

Admittedly, I’ve done my homework to lay the foundation, and that requires no less than on-going grit, hustle, patience, and mentorship. However, there’s more to be revealed soon concerning branding that will flow from my story as it unfolds. I have an interdisciplinary academic background in psychology, philosophy, theology, and science. So, when my website says my approach is “integrative,” it’s a loaded term. From that backstory and passion, three key words capture the heartbeat of my practice: “presence, process & possibilities.”

Let’s say your best friend was visiting the area and you wanted to show them the best time ever. Where would you take them? Give us a little itinerary – say it was a week long trip, where would you eat, drink, visit, hang out, etc.
Wow, so many options. Typically, I try and look up eateries that are family owned and have a flavor or recipe that you simply can’t get anywhere else. So, this has been an adventure of sorts over the years. I have an affinity for coffee shops, consider a local bookstore a goldmine, and whatever the vibe of the day may be, there’s the likelihood to turn the GPS off and see what we stumble upon. One of the incredible things about metro Atlanta is the diversity of outings and the mix of urban and botanical delight.

The Shoutout series is all about recognizing that our success and where we are in life is at least somewhat thanks to the efforts, support, mentorship, love and encouragement of others. So is there someone that you want to dedicate your shoutout to?
This question, no doubt, gets at the heart of my approach to psychotherapy. I consider relationships to be key shaping influences in our lives. When I think of who comes front and center, it’s not necessarily one individual, but a collective “inner circle” that continue to shape my choices, habits, and character (that’s always in process). Zooming in a bit, my family has primacy of place in shaping the lens through which I see the world. I’m grateful for each of them and treasure their love. There are numerous colleagues, my doctoral supervisor, friends, and others. Anything good that comes from my story, now and onwards, points to the Love experienced moment-by-moment through them.

Website: shannondmimbs.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannondmimbs

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shannon-mimbs-macmhc-mdiv-lpc-cams-526093279/

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@shannondmimbs

Other: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/shannon-davy-mimbs-marietta-ga/739618 https://www.goodtherapy.org/therapists/profile/shannon-mimbs-counselor https://www.therapyden.com/therapist/shannon-mimbs-marietta-ga

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Kevin Shen