Hope Schaffrick, LICSW, LCSW
Warm, collaborative therapy for meaningful change
- Respectful nonjudgmental support
- Tailored practical strategies
- Trauma informed care
About Hope Schaffrick
Hope Schaffrick, LICSW, LCSW, is a clinical social worker who provides therapy from Connecticut and brings 22 years of experience supporting people through a wide range of emotional and life challenges. She works with concerns such as stress and anxiety, depression, relationship strain, parenting difficulties, career pressures, OCD, and ADHD, and she also has experience helping individuals who have lived through trauma and emotional abuse.
Her style is warm, engaged, and collaborative, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She aims to create a space where people can talk openly without being reduced to stigmatizing labels. Hope draws from evidence-informed and insight-oriented traditions, including cognitive behavioral and humanistic approaches, as well as psychodynamic and rational-emotive perspectives, adapting the conversation and plan to fit each person’s needs and goals.
Hope recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when someone is ready for meaningful change. She focuses on practical support and steady encouragement as clients move toward a more satisfying and connected life.
Her style is warm, engaged, and collaborative, with an emphasis on respect, sensitivity, and compassion. She aims to create a space where people can talk openly without being reduced to stigmatizing labels. Hope draws from evidence-informed and insight-oriented traditions, including cognitive behavioral and humanistic approaches, as well as psychodynamic and rational-emotive perspectives, adapting the conversation and plan to fit each person’s needs and goals.
Hope recognizes that reaching out for help can take real courage, especially when someone is ready for meaningful change. She focuses on practical support and steady encouragement as clients move toward a more satisfying and connected life.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHearing impairedHIV / AIDSHospice and end-of-life counselingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Gottman Method Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Somatic Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Hope Schaffrick have?
Hope Schaffrick has 22 years of experience.
Is Hope Schaffrick a licensed therapist?
Yes. Hope Schaffrick holds the credentials LICSW and LCSW. License details include MA LICSW LICSW121964 and CT LCSW 16737.
In which languages does Hope Schaffrick provide therapy?
Hope Schaffrick provides therapy in English.
Where is Hope Schaffrick located?
Hope Schaffrick is located in Connecticut.
How can I work with Hope Schaffrick as my therapist?
You can work with Hope Schaffrick through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to get support in a format that fits your schedule and comfort level.
Does Hope Schaffrick work with international clients?
Yes. Hope Schaffrick works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Hope Schaffrick cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending 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.
Evidence-Based Approaches, Made Accessible Online
Hope Schaffrick, LICSW, LCSW, draws from several well-established therapy methods and adapts them to the pace and goals of each client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and building practical skills to respond differently, which can be useful for concerns like anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions.Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clients notice difficult thoughts and feelings without getting stuck in them, while also clarifying personal values and taking steps that support a more meaningful life. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) emphasizes skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving relationships, which can be especially helpful when emotions feel intense or hard to manage.
Finding the right approach is part of the process. Hope works collaboratively with clients to understand what they are experiencing, what they want to change, and what kind of support feels most useful, adjusting the plan as goals become clearer.
Online therapy offers multiple ways to connect, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. This flexibility can make it easier to fit support into busy schedules, keep momentum between sessions, and choose the format that feels most comfortable day to day.