Shawn Brisbane, LPC
Compassionate Pennsylvania LPC for anxiety and trauma
- Trauma informed care
- Evidence based methods
- Collaborative treatment planning
About Shawn Brisbane
Shawn Brisbane is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 10 years of professional experience. He draws on his own experience of having encountered unhelpful therapy in the past to inform a compassionate, patient-centered approach that prioritizes real connection and practical change.
His work focuses on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and motivation, and related challenges such as relationship and family concerns, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, and coping with life changes. He blends evidence-informed methods with sensitivity to each person s history and goals, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit individual strengths and circumstances. As an LPC he brings training in clinical assessment and psychotherapy, aiming to help clients build skills, increase insight, and regain a sense of agency.
Shawn emphasizes respect, empathy, and practicality in sessions. He recognizes that starting therapy often requires courage and that past disappointments can make the first step harder; he honors that experience and works collaboratively to create a therapeutic path that feels authentic and useful for each client.
His work focuses on stress and anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem and motivation, and related challenges such as relationship and family concerns, grief, eating and sleeping difficulties, and coping with life changes. He blends evidence-informed methods with sensitivity to each person s history and goals, tailoring conversations and treatment plans to fit individual strengths and circumstances. As an LPC he brings training in clinical assessment and psychotherapy, aiming to help clients build skills, increase insight, and regain a sense of agency.
Shawn emphasizes respect, empathy, and practicality in sessions. He recognizes that starting therapy often requires courage and that past disappointments can make the first step harder; he honors that experience and works collaboratively to create a therapeutic path that feels authentic and useful for each client.
Areas of Expertise
Also Specializes In
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual dysfunctionSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryTrichotillomaniaWorkplace 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 Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Shawn Brisbane have?
Shawn Brisbane has 10 years of professional experience.
Is Shawn Brisbane a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the LPC credential, which stands for Licensed Professional Counselor. License details are PA LPC PC015161.
In which languages does Shawn Brisbane provide therapy?
Shawn provides therapy in English.
Where is Shawn Brisbane located?
Shawn is located in Pennsylvania.
How can I work with Shawn Brisbane as my therapist?
You can work with Shawn through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Shawn Brisbane work with international clients?
No. Shawn does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Shawn Brisbane 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.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Care
Shawn commonly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients clarify their values and develop psychological flexibility. ACT focuses on noticing difficult thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that reflect what matters most, which can be helpful for anxiety, stress, and motivation concerns.
Attachment-Based Therapy is another approach he uses to understand how early relationships shape current patterns in intimacy, trust, and emotion regulation. This approach supports clients working through abandonment, adoption and foster care issues, or attachment-related difficulties by rebuilding healthier relational expectations.
He also integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) when practical skill-building is needed; CBT helps identify unhelpful thought patterns and develops concrete coping strategies for problems like depression, anxiety, and sleep or eating disturbances.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Shawn works with each client to explore which methods align best with their goals, preferences, and life circumstances, adapting the plan as progress unfolds.
Online therapy offers flexible access to care through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, maintain continuity during life changes, and access consistent support from licensed professionals regardless of home or work constraints.