Shay Hahn, ACSW
“My work as a therapist is fueled by my values for community care and collective liberation, acknowledging the systems that so many of us struggle with and navigating the impacts they have on our lives. ”
Shay may be a particularly good fit if you are looking for therapy while navigating:
• Queer and trans identity • Chronic illness • Disability • Long COVID • Complex trauma • Sexual trauma • Medical trauma • Major changes in health or functioning • Creative identity • Incarceration/re-entry experiences • The intersection of identity, body, and relationships
Approach:
Shay's approach is collaborative, relational and client-centered, with influences from anti-oppressive practices, somatics, humanistic theory, systems theory, harm reduction, and disability justice. Clients describe Shay as dedicated and trustworthy, authentic and honest, open-minded and affirming, present and insightful, knowledgeable and resourceful.
Experience and Education:
Shay has been working in mental health since 2019, mostly within community mental health and non-profit settings. Shay has specialized experience working with individuals who are navigating chronic and/or terminal illnesses, impacted by the justice system, returning from incarceration, survivors of sexual and domestic violence, recovering from eating disorders, and within the LGBTQ+ community.
Shay received a Bachelors of Arts in Psychology and Art from University of California, Santa Cruz in 2018, and a Masters of Social Work from California State University, Los Angeles in 2024. Shay is a registered Associate Clinical Social Worker in California (associate number123982) and practices under the supervision of Ellie Lipton, LCSW107613. Shay has personal experience as a musician, artist, and community organizer.
In Shay’s own words:
“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I use a client-centered approach to meet the needs, strengths, and circumstances of each person I work with. I believe that therapy can be an exceptional resource for support and an opportunity for healing, learning, growth, and empowerment - which everybody inherently deserves.”
Fees:
Shay accepts Aetna and Optum insurance, and can provide superbills for out-of-network reimbursement with other plans.
Shay’s full fee is $185 per 50 minute session. Shay holds a limited number of partially reduced and highly reduced fee spots for disabled, chronically ill, and systems involved clients. Please reach out if you are interested in services and would like to discuss reduced fee options.