Shawn Carter, LPCC

Hi, I’m Shawn. I work with teens and adults, and I’m especially passionate about supporting neurodivergent people, including those with ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and other learning disabilities. Maybe you’ve spent years masking, pushing through overwhelm, or trying to keep up with expectations that leave you exhausted. Therapy can be a place to set some of that effort down, make sense of burnout, and find ways to get through the day that work for you.



I work with individuals and couples who want to communicate more clearly, work through conflict, or feel closer to each other. I offer LGBTQ+ affirming therapy and welcome conversations about identity, intimacy, and sexuality. I also support people navigating addiction, substance use, or sexual behaviors that feel hard to control. We can talk openly about what these patterns do for you, what they cost you, and what you want to change, without shame.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in contemplative counseling. I draw on mindfulness, CBT, DBT skills, and harm reduction. Depending on what you need, we might slow down and notice how stress builds, practice a skill for getting through an overwhelming moment, or find a way to ask for support that feels doable. We’ll work at a pace that feels right for you.

I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Naropa University. Before becoming a therapist, I worked in science, teaching, and public service. Changing careers deepened my appreciation for how much it takes to start over and build a life that fits who you are now.

I offer in-person sessions at Calm Clarity Therapy’s Lakewood office and appointments by telehealth.