Shannon Gaiser, LPC
Licensed counselor with lived addiction recovery experience
- Addiction and co-occurring care
- Trauma and family work
- Client-centered approaches
About Shannon Gaiser
Shannon Gaiser is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based in Pennsylvania with 17 years of clinical experience. She brings deep experience in addiction and co-occurring disorders and combines professional training with personal insight, having lived through recovery from opiate addiction herself. That lived experience informs a practical, nonjudgmental approach to care and a willingness to consider alternatives to traditional mutual-help models.
Her background includes nine years working in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings and eight years in private practice alongside a suboxone physician, giving her extensive exposure to medication-assisted treatment and integrated care. She draws on client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy to tailor treatment that fits each person’s needs and goals.
Shannon works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include codependency, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, family of origin problems, fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, and forgiveness.
Her practice emphasizes individualized paths to recovery and openness to alternatives such as medication-assisted treatment and medical marijuana when appropriate. As a licensed professional counselor, she aims to collaborate with each person to find practical, achievable steps toward change.
Her background includes nine years working in inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation settings and eight years in private practice alongside a suboxone physician, giving her extensive exposure to medication-assisted treatment and integrated care. She draws on client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy to tailor treatment that fits each person’s needs and goals.
Shannon works with a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship and family issues, depression, trauma and abuse, grief, parenting challenges, anger, self-esteem, career concerns, bipolar disorder, and coping with life changes. Additional areas of focus include codependency, communication and control issues, divorce and separation, domestic violence, drug and alcohol addiction, family of origin problems, fatherhood issues, guilt and shame, and forgiveness.
Her practice emphasizes individualized paths to recovery and openness to alternatives such as medication-assisted treatment and medical marijuana when appropriate. As a licensed professional counselor, she aims to collaborate with each person to find practical, achievable steps toward change.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
LGBTTrauma and abuseGriefParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changes
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMidlife crisisMoney and financial issuesMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shannon Gaiser have?
Shannon Gaiser has 17 years of experience.
Is Shannon Gaiser a licensed therapist?
Yes, she holds the LPC credential. License details: PA LPC PC004686.
In which languages does Shannon Gaiser provide therapy?
She provides therapy in English.
Where is Shannon Gaiser located?
She is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Shannon Gaiser as my therapist?
You can work with Shannon Gaiser through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shannon Gaiser work with international clients?
Yes, Shannon Gaiser works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shannon Gaiser 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 with therapy 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.
Therapeutic Approaches for Remote Recovery and Growth
Shannon commonly uses client-centered therapy, motivational interviewing, and cognitive behavioral therapy. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an accepting, nonjudgmental space where the therapist follows the client’s lead and supports personal growth - it is helpful for relationship issues, self-esteem, and family concerns. Motivational interviewing is a collaborative, goal-oriented method that helps people resolve ambivalence and strengthen motivation for change - it is often used for addictions and stages of recovery. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) targets the links between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, offering practical skills to manage anxiety, depression, and coping with life changes.
Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process. Shannon works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit best based on the client’s needs, goals, and preferences, and she adapts techniques over time as needs evolve.
Online therapy offers flexible ways to engage with licensed professionals, including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity of care across locations, and access support in different formats depending on what feels most useful for the client.