Guiding You to Wellness

Sano (Latin) verb: to heal, make healthy, make whole

Providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals navigating life events and mental health challenges. Sano Counseling is a safe, supportive space where healing and personal growth can flourish.

About Sano Counseling

Shannon Madden has over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, I specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, depression, grief, and codependency. My therapeutic approach integrates EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), and internal family systems (IFS), with a strong focus on the neuropsychology behind behaviors and thought patterns. I have extensive experience working with first responders and military personnel, including serving as the Director of Psychological Health for the Arizona Army National Guard. My background also includes roles as a crisis counselor for the Phoenix Fire Department, various emergency departments across the Phoenix metro area, and with Crisis Preparation & Recovery. I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life’s most challenging moments with compassion, expertise, and evidence-based care.

Contact Sano

Whether facing transitions, grief, anxiety, or relationship struggles, I help clients explore their experiences, build resilience, and develop healthier ways of coping. I provide supportive, evidence-based therapy for clients in Psychedelic Assisted Treatment, fostering emotional healing and integration of insights in a safe and ethical environment.

Testimonials

“Shannon has understood my issues from the beginning and has been very helpful in getting me through a tough time. She backs up our discussions with written information and offers techniques for me to practice. I'm feeling much better since we began working together.”
“I appreciate her patience as I am Ill and trying to gain strength emotionally, mentally, and physically. She had been supportive, interested and caring yet not intrusive. I appreciate her. Although we have not touched base to elaborate my “deep” trials endeavors and tribulations I’m extremely appreciative of her patience and continued support on all levels.”
“When I first met Shannon I basically just wrote everything out that was bothering me and right away she started to delve into specific things and really got the ball rolling. It's been amazing so far and I would wholeheartedly recommend working with her.”
“Shannon is amazing and so helpful.”
“Shannon is fantastic, She is personable, easy to be open with and feels like you are talking to a best friend with exceptional education and advice. She is healing me.”

Guiding You to Wellness

Providing compassionate support and guidance to individuals navigating life events and mental health challenges. Sano Counseling is a safe, supportive space where healing and personal growth can flourish.

About Sano Counseling

“Shannon has understood my issues from the beginning and has been very helpful in getting me through a tough time. She backs up our discussions with written information and offers techniques for me to practice. I'm feeling much better since we began working together.”

“When I first met Shannon I basically just wrote everything out that was bothering me and right away she started to delve into specific things and really got the ball rolling. It's been amazing so far and I would wholeheartedly recommend working with her.”

“Shannon is amazing and so helpful.”

“Shannon is fantastic, She is personable, easy to be open with and feels like you are talking to a best friend with exceptional education and advice. She is healing me.”