

Shannon specializes in adolescent and young adult issues and trauma recovery. She has experience in helping those suffering from life struggles such as depression, anxiety, cutting issues, sexual abuse recovery, marriage issues, and daily life problems.
Her personal and professional experiences have allowed her to relate to clients struggles. Shannon believes the counseling experience should be positive and provide a safe environment.
I am licensed in New York, Florida, & Ohio. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety, ADHD (children, adults, couples), depression, grief, low self-esteem, PTSD, trauma, and sexual abuse. I treat individuals, couples, and families through grief, infidelity, separation, divorce, and blended family issues. I am currently a Ph.D. student with a specialty in trauma. I am a ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider and certified in the Gottman Trust Revival Method in assisting couples navigating through infidelity.
Life can be complicated and having someone in your corner can ease fears and worries while allowing for growth and healing. My passion as a Licensed Mental Health Counselor is working with individuals and couples who have experienced trauma and difficult times.
Hi there! I’m so glad you found your way here, I’m Merlyn. What drew me to therapy wasn’t theory, but the quiet moment when someone feels safe enough to exhale, speak their truth, and realize they were never too much to be understood. Healing isn’t about fixing yourself; it’s about understanding the parts of you that had to fight, protect, and survive.
I also provide Christian-integrated counseling for women who share this faith, helping you explore your struggles through both science and Scripture, where psychology and God’s truth work together beautifully. This blend honors both emotional and spiritual healing, creating space for restoration that feels whole and grounded.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Florida and the founder of Merlyn Asencio Psychotherapy & Wellness, LLC. I specialize in working with high-functioning women, the ones who appear composed, capable, and self-aware, yet feel anxious, disconnected, or exhausted on the inside. As the creator of The Merlyn MethodTM, I combine attachment-based EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and narrative therapy to help you reconnect with your voice, rebuild confidence, and experience peace that lasts beyond the session.
Wendy believes it takes a great amount of strength and vulnerability for people of any age to reach out to a therapist, and doesn't take that lightly. For this reason, she believes that a warm, open-minded, client-centered, and non-judgmental environment is essential in beginning to heal and growing to be the best version of yourself.
I have had a private practice for over 40 years. I have worked in residential and intensive outpatient as well as day treatment programs. Working with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depresion, work and relationship issues


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