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P. Shavaun Scott

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Also known as Shavaun Scott

In my 30-year career as a psychotherapist, I've had the privilege of helping thousands of clients. Many have been victims or perpetrators of violence.

I'm passionate about trauma recovery, violence prevention, and the healing power of heart-to-heart connections. I know that, individually and collectively, we can make a difference.

I'm dedicated to sharing insights into all aspects of human behavior and translating research from behavioral science into everyday language. My work is always evidence-based and trauma-informed.

I love exploring unconventional paths and uncommon bravery. I'm convinced there are solutions. I hold hope in the palm of my hand. ...more

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	Nightbird: A Memoir by Shavaun Scott (Goodreads Author), P. Shavaun Scott (Goodreads Author) 4.56 avg rating — 62 ratings — published 2025 — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	Game Addiction: The Experience and the Effects by Neils Clark, P. Shavaun Scott (Goodreads Author) 3.90 avg rating — 42 ratings — published 2009 — 5 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Minds of Mass Killers: Understanding and Interrupting the Pathway to Violence 4.75 avg rating — 12 ratings — 2 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	The Forgotten Survivors of Gun Violence: Wounded by Loren Kleinman (Goodreads Author) (editor), Shavaun Scott (Goodreads Author) (Editor), Sandy Phillips (Editor) really liked it 4.00 avg rating — 1 rating — 3 editions	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars
	[Game Addiction: The Experience and the Effects] [Author: Neils Clark] [May, 2009] by Neils Clark, P. Shavaun Scott (Goodreads Author), Unknown Author 0.00 avg rating — 0 ratings	Error rating book. Refresh and try again. Rate this book Clear rating 1 of 5 stars 2 of 5 stars 3 of 5 stars 4 of 5 stars 5 of 5 stars

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