SNK Therapy, LLC, Chicago, IL (2025)

11/26/2025

One of the hardest yet most precious truths I’ve come to learn, both personally and professionally, is that TWO things can be true at once. Similarly, two sentiments can coexist in our minds.

For example, you are allowed to feel heartbroken by the world and still hold space for hope. Both can be true at once. It’s when we look at the world in binary terms that we start to feel a bit more stuck and confused.

It’s possible to feel despair about injustice, fear about the future, exhaustion from carrying so much — AND also feel gratitude for community, love for your people, and belief in possibility.

Your emotional complexity is not a contradiction. It’s a sign of your humanity.

So as we walk into the holiday season weighed down by expectations, the cooler temperatures and fatigue from our packed calendars, here is a reminder to let ALL parts of you exist — the hurting, the hopeful, the tired, the resilient.

You can be tired AND grateful.
You can be sad AND hopeful.
You can be busy AND make room for rest.
You can be grieving AND appreciative.
You can feel despair AND hold onto possibility.

Drop a ❤️ if this resonates or share this with someone who might need this reminder today.
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Hi! I’m Shanta Kanukollu, PhD or “Dr. K”. I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
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➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
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💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

11/22/2025

I’m excited to share that I’m now opening my calendar for 2026 speaking engagements — for schools, organizations, corporations, and community spaces that want to deepen conversations around:
✨ Belonging
✨ Mental health
✨ Immigrant identity
✨ Women’s health e.g. perimenopause
✨ Trauma-informed care
✨ Workplace wellbeing
✨ Healing from burnout
✨ Moving from surviving to thriving

My work centers the voices and experiences of children of immigrants, communities of color, and anyone who has ever felt like they needed to shrink in order to belong.

I bring storytelling, research, and real-world tools that help people feel seen — and help organizations create cultures where people can actually thrive.

If your team, school, or community is ready for conversations that are honest and compassionate, I’d love to be part of your upcoming year.

📩 Now booking keynotes, workshops and panels for 2026.

➡️ Swipe to the next slide to see the topics I offer.

You can DM me or reach out through the link in my bio for availability and details.

Let’s build spaces where people feel cared for, valued, and truly at home.

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Hi! I’m Shanta Kanukollu, PhD or “Dr. K”. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides support to improve well-being, move people from a scarcity to thriving mindset and break stigma re: mental health through therapy, workshops and speaking engagements.

I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

11/20/2025

It is SO easy for us to notice things that are NOT going well in our lives. Research shows the brain has a negativity bias, a tendency to give more weight to negative experiences due to its evolutionary roots in survival. This bias means negative stimuli get a stronger brain response, can last longer, and are more likely to be remembered, which can contribute to anxiety, depression, and stress.

To offset this, it’s important for us to notice the glimmers in our lives. We talk a lot about triggers… but not enough about glimmers. 
Glimmers are the tiny moments when your nervous system feels safe — even for a second.
✨ warmth from a cup of tea ✨ sunlight on your face ✨ a kind message from someone you love ✨ the comfort of a familiar song ✨ watching your child laugh
✨randomly coming across a parrot during a photoshoot while wearing a parrot-themed outfit

Glimmers don’t erase the pain of the world — but they remind your body it’s still possible to feel calm, even here.

What’s one glimmer you noticed today?
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Hi! I’m Shanta Kanukollu, PhD or “Dr. K”. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides support to improve well-being, move people from a scarcity to thriving mindset and break stigma re: mental health through therapy, workshops and speaking engagements.

I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

11/18/2025

I find November to be a particularly challenging month. There is a shift in weather and in our home, there has been a shift in energy too. We’ve been busier, a bit less grounded in routine, uncomfortable with where to put the thermostat and with what the wear and the sun setting earlier makes it a little harder to get motivated. My mood has been impacted too. All of this has made me think about how to hold on to hope in times where it feels a bit harder.   I am learning that hope isn’t always a bright, confident feeling. Sometimes it’s a quiet choice. A small step. A decision to keep going, even when everything feels heavy.

Hope can look like: 🌿 Getting out of bed 🌿 Answering one text 🌿 Drinking water 🌿 Taking a breath before reacting 🌿 Allowing yourself to rest

In hard seasons — personally, politically, globally — hope becomes a practice, not a mood. And practicing hope is its own form of exercise, ritual and practice.

What are you doing to feel a bit more hopeful today?
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Hi! I’m Shanta Kanukollu, PhD or “Dr. K”. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides support to improve well-being, move people from a scarcity to thriving mindset and break stigma re: mental health through therapy, workshops and speaking engagements.

I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

11/03/2025

Sometimes depression doesn’t look like staying in bed all day.
 Sometimes it looks like showing up — to work, to family, to life — while feeling completely empty inside.

High-functioning depression can hide behind smiles, productivity, and “I’m fine.” But underneath, there’s exhaustion, numbness, and quiet pain.

Just because someone is functioning doesn’t mean they’re okay. And just because you keep going doesn’t mean you don’t deserve help.

💛 You don’t have to wait until you fall apart to ask for care.
 Healing can begin right where you are — even in the middle of the doing.
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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/31/2025

Depression can make you feel like you’re the only one struggling — like everyone else is moving forward while you’re standing still.

But you’re not alone.
 Depression is one of the most common mental health conditions in the world. It affects millions of people — across age, gender, culture, and success.

I appreciate when celebrities are vulnerable and authentic, discussing topics that are often taboo or seen as unpopular. “The Rock’s” honesty reminds us that strength and struggle can exist at the same time.
 You can be powerful and still need help. You can inspire others and still feel empty inside.

Depression can make you feel cut off from others — but connection is part of the healing. Talking about it, sharing your story, reaching out for support — these are acts of courage, not weakness.

💛 If you’re struggling, please know: you don’t have to carry this alone. Help exists. Healing is possible. And you are not the only one feeling this way — even if it feels like it right now.
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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/23/2025

Depression is a medical condition that affects the way we think, feel, and function — emotionally, physically, and mentally. It’s also something you can’t pray away or “push through”. And it doesn’t look the same for everyone.

For many women, depression may show up as:
* Persistent sadness or guilt
* Fatigue and low energy
* Changes in sleep or appetite
* Feeling overwhelmed by responsibilities
* Turning inward or withdrawing emotionally 
For many men, depression may look different:
* Irritability or anger
* Increased risk-taking
* Working excessively or using substances
* Physical pain or tension
* Difficulty expressing vulnerability 
🧠 These differences don’t mean one gender “has it worse” — they mean that depression wears many faces, shaped by biology, culture, and the expectations placed on us. No matter how it shows up, depression is real, and it’s treatable. 
If you’ve been struggling — with exhaustion, disconnection, or pain that won’t go away — please know that help exists, and recovery is possible. And if anyone dismisses your symptoms (I’m so sorry if this is the case!), please continue to seek help elsewhere. It will be worth it.

You deserve care that sees you fully. 💛
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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/22/2025

When our inner pain doesn’t have a name, it’s easy to dismiss or minimize it. This is where screenings can be helpful since they ask a few simple, science-based questions to help see potential patterns in your thoughts, behaviors or mood.

That’s what Mental Health America’s screening tools offer — free, confidential, and backed by research. You can take quick tests for depression, anxiety, PTSD, bipolar symptoms, and more.

Please note that these screenings should NEVER replace therapy or your work with any type of mental health professional.

Here’s what a screening is useful for:
❓ It helps you name what’s happening. Sometimes we feel “off” but can’t quite pinpoint why. A screening can offer clarity. 
👁️ It shows you you’re not imagining your pain. You might be surprised that what feels “too much” is, in fact, real — and deserves attention.  🚪 It opens the door to care. A screening result isn’t a diagnosis, but it can guide you to the next step: sharing it with someone you trust or talking to a mental health professional.   💡 It’s accessible. No cost, no insurance required, and you can do it in the privacy of your space. 
If any of these screenings alert you to potential concerns, please work with a professional (NOT CHATGPT) to ensure you get the right care.

You don’t need to wait until everything feels “bad enough” to ask for help. Sometimes the kindest thing you can do is take a moment to check in with yourself.
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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/15/2025

When we think of depression, we often imagine tears, isolation, and visible sadness. But the truth is — depression doesn’t always look like that.

Sometimes, it looks like: 😔 Exhaustion you can’t shake, no matter how much you rest 🍽️ Changes in appetite — eating too much or too little 💤 Sleeping too much, or barely at all 💭 Difficulty focusing or remembering things 💢 Irritability, tension, or unexplained body aches 💬 Smiling and functioning on the outside while feeling empty inside

Depression is not always visible — and it’s not always “sad.” It can live in the body, in our energy, and in the quiet ways we struggle to keep up with daily life.

If you recognize yourself in these signs, please know: it doesn’t mean you’re weak. It means you’re human — and you deserve support.

If you notice these symptoms in someone you care about, remind them of the support that’s out there.

💛 Healing starts with understanding what your pain is trying to tell you. You don’t have to wait until it looks a certain way or “gets really bad” to get help.
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/06/2025

I love this reminder from the one and only Maya Angelou. I am personally working on finding humor and style through all the madness of this world right now.

How do YOU define thriving in your life?

DM me your thoughts or comment below!
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***deprevention
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Hi! I’m Shanta Kanukollu, PhD or “Dr. K”. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist who provides support to improve well-being, move people from a scarcity to thriving mindset and break stigma re: mental health through therapy, workshops and speaking engagements.

I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

10/02/2025

When we talk about su***de prevention, we often focus only on individual resilience — encouraging people to “be strong,” “reach out,” or “get help.”

But the truth is, prevention can’t just be about individuals. It must also be about equity.

Because not everyone has the same access to care. Not everyone feels safe reaching out. Not everyone is met with understanding when they ask for help.

A “one size fit all” approach to su***de prevention leaves groups behind.
🌍 In marginalized communities, stigma, language barriers, financial limitations, and cultural misunderstandings can keep people from receiving the support they deserve.

Equity means creating systems of care that meet people where they are — with cultural humility, accessible resources, and communities that see asking for help as strength, not shame.

When urging someone to ask for help, it’s important for ALL of us - clinicians or not - to ensure we suggest culturally sensitive and appropriate places to seek help. It’s also important for us to do our part to not blame the individual when they struggle to ask for support.

What do you think?

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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

09/27/2025

September is Su***de Prevention Awareness Month. 💛

If you’re struggling right now, please know this: Your pain is real. Your feelings are valid. And even when it feels like you’re completely alone — you are not.

This is just a reminder that:

Holding on is not weakness. Asking for help is not shameful.
Choosing to stay is an act of courage.

We heal in connection, not in isolation. 💛
If you or someone you love is struggling, please reach out. 
In the U.S., you can call or text 988 to reach the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline — free, confidential support is available 24/7.
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***deprevention
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I share content (that should not be substituted for therapy) to motivate, educate and inspire. To learn more follow along and see my link in bio to:

⬇️ Download my free thriving workbook
👁️ Watch my TedX talk
➕ Add your name to my waitlist for therapy
🎧 Listen to the podcasts where I’ve been a guest
🙋‍♀️ Sign up for my next Thriving Mindset Group
💻 Request information about my workshop offerings for therapists, employers and/or people interested in therapy
📋 Reach out to discuss clinical supervision and consultation

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