About

Shakenya Burch, Ph.D. is a dedicated and compassionate therapist known for creating a safe, supportive, and affirming environment for her clients. Since 2020, she has demonstrated a rare ability to meet individuals where they are, fostering meaningful growth and positive change.

Recommendations

D'Janai Smith

1/9/2026
10

"Working with Dr. Shakenya C. Burch from 2020 to 2022 was my first experience with therapy, and it was truly exceptional. From our very first session, she created a supportive and calming environment where I felt safe to explore my concerns. Dr. Burch possesses a rare combination of deep knowledge and profound empathy. She is a phenomenal listener who has a unique gift for connecting present-day challenges to past experiences in a way that brings incredible clarity.

I would sometimes join our sessions thinking that I didn't have anything to share or explore but then I would leave that session with a new, more profound understanding of myself. The personal growth I experienced under her guidance was significant; I felt more grounded and emotionally nourished than ever before. And now, thanks to the tools and insights I gained from our time together, I navigate life's stressors with greater emotional intelligence and grace. I only stopped our sessions because I relocated, but if Dr. Burch ever offers virtual services in New Jersey, I would be the first to sign up. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a truly transformative therapeutic experience."

Andre Sandford

2/11/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Shakenya Burch, Ph.D.
9 recommendations in total
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D'Janai Smith

1/9/2026
10

"Working with Dr. Shakenya C. Burch from 2020 to 2022 was my first experience with therapy, and it was truly exceptional. From our very first session, she created a supportive and calming environment where I felt safe to explore my concerns. Dr. Burch possesses a rare combination of deep knowledge and profound empathy. She is a phenomenal listener who has a unique gift for connecting present-day challenges to past experiences in a way that brings incredible clarity.

I would sometimes join our sessions thinking that I didn't have anything to share or explore but then I would leave that session with a new, more profound understanding of myself. The personal growth I experienced under her guidance was significant; I felt more grounded and emotionally nourished than ever before. And now, thanks to the tools and insights I gained from our time together, I navigate life's stressors with greater emotional intelligence and grace. I only stopped our sessions because I relocated, but if Dr. Burch ever offers virtual services in New Jersey, I would be the first to sign up. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone seeking a truly transformative therapeutic experience."

Andre Sandford

2/11/2026
Provided a score of  
10
  for Shakenya Burch, Ph.D.
9 recommendations in total
See all recommendations