Dr. Brian Shaffer, LCMHC, LCPC
Person-centered support for recovery and healing
- Addiction and mental health
- Trauma grief and loss
- Spiritual care when desired
About Dr. Brian Shaffer
Dr. Brian Shaffer, LCMHC, LCPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor with education, training, and clinical experience across mental health, addiction, trauma, grief, loss and bereavement, and spiritual care. He offers counseling, assessment, and intervention services designed to help clients clarify their goals and build a life that supports recovery and long-term wellbeing.
He is committed to providing steady, high-quality support through a person-centered style that respects each client’s pace, values, and lived experience. Drawing from multiple therapeutic theories and methods, Dr. Shaffer works collaboratively to identify what is getting in the way and to strengthen practical skills for coping, communication, and change.
In his work, he often helps clients make sense of past traumatic experiences that may still be influencing present-day substance use concerns or mental health symptoms. When it is important to the client, he can also incorporate spiritual beliefs into the treatment process so care addresses the whole person. Over time, his approach aims to help clients move forward with greater freedom from the past and a more hopeful direction for the future.
He is committed to providing steady, high-quality support through a person-centered style that respects each client’s pace, values, and lived experience. Drawing from multiple therapeutic theories and methods, Dr. Shaffer works collaboratively to identify what is getting in the way and to strengthen practical skills for coping, communication, and change.
In his work, he often helps clients make sense of past traumatic experiences that may still be influencing present-day substance use concerns or mental health symptoms. When it is important to the client, he can also incorporate spiritual beliefs into the treatment process so care addresses the whole person. Over time, his approach aims to help clients move forward with greater freedom from the past and a more hopeful direction for the future.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Brian Shaffer have?
Dr. Brian Shaffer has 20 years of experience.
Is Dr. Brian Shaffer a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Brian Shaffer holds the credentials LCMHC and LCPC. License information provided includes NH LCMHC 3306 and NV LCPC CP3204-R.
In which languages does Dr. Brian Shaffer provide therapy?
He provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Brian Shaffer located?
Dr. Brian Shaffer is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Dr. Brian Shaffer as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Brian Shaffer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what fits your needs and what is available.
Does Dr. Brian Shaffer work with international clients?
Yes. Dr. Brian Shaffer works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Brian Shaffer cost?
The cost of therapy can vary based on factors such as your location and the therapist’s availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the “Start Therapy” button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the “Start Therapy” button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Online Therapy Grounded in Practical Skills and Personal Values
Dr. Brian Shaffer draws from evidence-informed approaches that can translate well to online sessions. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while making room for choices that align with personal values. It is often useful for stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors, then practicing new ways of responding. This structured approach can support concerns like anxiety, low mood, coping with cravings, and building healthier daily routines. Client-Centered Therapy complements this work by emphasizing empathy, respect, and collaboration, helping clients feel understood while exploring change at a sustainable pace.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Dr. Shaffer works collaboratively with clients to clarify goals, preferences, and what has or has not helped before, then adjusts the tools and pacing to fit the individual.
Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with care. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility around work, travel, caregiving, or fluctuating energy and motivation.