Ellen Shafer-Lind, LIMHP
Nebraska therapist with 36 years' experience
- Stress and anxiety support
- Grief and family counseling
- Works with veterans
About Ellen Shafer-Lind
Ellen Shafer-Lind is a Nebraska-based therapist who brings 36 years of clinical experience to her work with individuals, couples, and families. She focuses on helping people find resolution and a greater sense of stability by offering encouragement, practical insight, and guidance tailored to each person’s circumstances. Her practice addresses a wide range of concerns including stress and anxiety, grief and loss, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, depression, eating and body-image issues, bipolar disorder, career and life-change transitions, caregiver and geriatric concerns, and compassion fatigue.
Ellen has particular experience in family and blended-family dynamics, communication and codependency issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and veteran-related concerns, having worked with Veterans through the Veterans Health Administration for five years. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary method, noting its strong evidence base for many mental health diagnoses, while also drawing on client-centered, psychodynamic, and solution-focused techniques to individualize treatment.
Her training includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (MSW, 1988) and professional counselor certifications attained in 2012 and 2015. Ellen holds a LIMHP credential, which indicates a licensed independent mental health practitioner. She is currently in private practice and approaches counseling with empathy, patience, and a commitment to helping clients feel supported until they feel steady on their own two feet.
Ellen has particular experience in family and blended-family dynamics, communication and codependency issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, and veteran-related concerns, having worked with Veterans through the Veterans Health Administration for five years. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a primary method, noting its strong evidence base for many mental health diagnoses, while also drawing on client-centered, psychodynamic, and solution-focused techniques to individualize treatment.
Her training includes a Master of Social Work from the University of Nebraska at Omaha (MSW, 1988) and professional counselor certifications attained in 2012 and 2015. Ellen holds a LIMHP credential, which indicates a licensed independent mental health practitioner. She is currently in private practice and approaches counseling with empathy, patience, and a commitment to helping clients feel supported until they feel steady on their own two feet.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseEating disordersAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigue
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Ellen Shafer-Lind have?
Ellen Shafer-Lind has 36 years of experience in counseling and clinical practice.
Is Ellen Shafer-Lind a licensed therapist?
Yes. Ellen holds the LIMHP credential. Her license details are NE LIMHP 3517.
In which languages does Ellen Shafer-Lind provide therapy?
Ellen provides therapy in English.
Where is Ellen Shafer-Lind located?
Ellen practices in Nebraska.
How can I work with Ellen Shafer-Lind as my therapist?
Clients can work with Ellen through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Ellen Shafer-Lind work with international clients?
Yes. Ellen works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Ellen Shafer-Lind cost?
Session cost can vary based on factors such as location and availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current pricing and details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with the 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Accessible Online Care
Ellen commonly uses Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in her work. Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes a respectful, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens closely and helps the client explore feelings and values so they can find their own solutions; it is helpful for improving self-esteem, relationship issues, and life transitions. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and is frequently used for anxiety, depression, stress, and many other concerns.Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Ellen collaborates with each person to determine what methods fit best based on their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques from different approaches to create a personalized plan rather than relying on a single model.
Online therapy with Ellen is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing flexibility to schedule sessions around work, caregiving, or mobility needs. These options make it easier to maintain consistent care from various locations and can help clients access support in a format that suits their daily life.