Dr. Shannon South "The Joy Doctor"

This training was exceptional. Dr. Shannon was at ease and created an atmosphere of openness and authenticity. I liked the interactive nature and the materials. Thank you for an inspirational day - on a personal and professional level."
- Chaplain Sheree Jones
Dr. Shannon South is the epitome of love and joy. She is an enthusiastic and clear teacher who uplifts and inspires others to live from their joy center AND create a life that reflects the love, peace and joy we are all deserving and capable of."
- Rev. Christy Snow
I enjoyed your attitude, energy and humor! Thank you.
-Former Client
"I feel so grateful!"
"This training gave me a whole new way to work with myself! Thank you. I loved this."
"Thoughtful and very interactive"
"I can't wait to help clients access their higher selves within their lives"
"Great speaker and tons of helpful information"
"Great training! Thank you, thank you, thank you!"
"Excellent! Very rewarding!"
"Engaging and Practical. The presenter was interactive and very knowledgeable.
"Shannon is an excellent teacher, especially of complex material! (heart heart) Great job!

I enjoyed your attitude, energy and humor! Thank you. Loved the dancing, connecting with other professionals and observing the Inner Counselor process.

Loved this workshop! The role play/processing was very powerful and helped me get a better understanding of the steps.
- Jeree Current, Licensed Professional Counselor

Great training! The information was extremely helpful. I loved the dancing/movement, quotes and the Inner Counselor Process. Shannon is an energetic and knowledgeable trainer.

I loved everything about Dr. Shannon’s training! It was very different than usual seminars

Loved the energy and I’m looking forward to using the techniques I learned today with clients! Thank you for a fantastic day.
- Jennifer Kristie Sessoms

I loved the depth and integration of spirituality and psychology. Very inspirational, practical and useful- I appreciate how we were given great tools and that the whole self was used throughout the day.

The most helpful aspects of the training were the Meditations, the Joy Team exercise, the Inner Counselor demo and a close up look at this process.
- David Plank, Psychotherapist

Dr. Shannon D. South, aka the “Joy Doctor”, is an award winning therapist, an amazon best-selling author, and an inspirational speaker. As an expert in the field of spirituality and healing trauma for over 20 years, she knows how to assist people in finding wholeness and joy naturally. In 1994, Shannon had a spiritual experience during meditation that healed her debilitating anxiety and depression permanently. Since this transformative experience, Shannon has helped thousands of people connect to their most loving and joy-filled selves.
Shannon is the founder of the Ignite! Your Life programs and the “Joy IQ” self-assessment tool. She is a sought out, international speaker inspiring faith-based communities and professional conferences alike on how to use personal heartache to create a joy-filled, powerful life. In her in-depth trainings, she teaches coaches, counselors and chaplains how to integrate Spirit and Soul into their practice. Her upcoming book, Ignite! Turn off the Chaos. Turn on the Joy. is a roadmap to this unique, healing process. Shannon loves dancing, being in nature, and enjoying her family and friends.
Partial Client List:
Carolinas Healthcare System
Council on Aging of Buncombe County
Grove Park Inn Resort
Licensed Professional Counselor Conferences
Unity and other churches
Domestic Violence conferences
Recovery and Addiction conferences (Four
Circles, Women and Addictions, etc.)
MAHEC (Mountain Area Health Education
Center) at Mission St. Joes Hospital
Chaplains Grand Rounds
Holos Graduate Seminary