Susan Shafer, LCMHC, LPC
Experienced counselor blending psychotherapy and mind-body techniques
- CBT and mindfulness
- EFT tapping
- Work with all ages
About Susan Shafer
Susan Shafer is a licensed mental health counselor with 15 years of clinical experience. She holds LCMHC and LPC credentials - Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Professional Counselor - and earned a Master of Arts in Community Counseling from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Her background includes work with children, adolescents, adults, and families across a variety of clinical settings, with focused experience supporting people coping with anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss, ADHD, and trauma-related challenges.
Susan uses an eclectic, integrative approach that blends traditional psychotherapy with evidence-informed wellness practices. She incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness strategies alongside Emotional Freedom Techniques - also known as EFT or tapping - and sometimes weaves in elements of yoga breath and movement for clients who find mind-body work helpful. EFT is a structured tapping practice Susan has trained in and uses to help reduce stress and shift difficult emotions while addressing trauma memories and patterns of behavior.
Her work centers on building a nonjudgmental space where clients can increase awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and connect to inner strengths. Susan focuses on practical skills and education to help people meet their goals and navigate life changes. She emphasizes collaboration, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and preferences.
Susan uses an eclectic, integrative approach that blends traditional psychotherapy with evidence-informed wellness practices. She incorporates cognitive behavioral techniques and mindfulness strategies alongside Emotional Freedom Techniques - also known as EFT or tapping - and sometimes weaves in elements of yoga breath and movement for clients who find mind-body work helpful. EFT is a structured tapping practice Susan has trained in and uses to help reduce stress and shift difficult emotions while addressing trauma memories and patterns of behavior.
Her work centers on building a nonjudgmental space where clients can increase awareness of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and connect to inner strengths. Susan focuses on practical skills and education to help people meet their goals and navigate life changes. She emphasizes collaboration, tailoring interventions to each person’s needs and preferences.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAttachment issuesCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationFamily problemsFirst responder issuesGuilt and shameImpulsivityLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Solution-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Susan Shafer have?
Susan Shafer has 15 years of experience providing counseling and therapeutic services.
Is Susan Shafer a licensed therapist?
Yes. She holds LCMHC and LPC credentials. License details are NC LCMHC 8482 and NJ LPC 37PC00876900.
In which languages does Susan Shafer provide therapy?
Therapy is provided in English.
Where is Susan Shafer located?
She is located in New Jersey.
How can I work with Susan Shafer as my therapist?
You can work with Susan Shafer through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Susan Shafer work with international clients?
Susan Shafer does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Susan Shafer 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, just click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Just 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.
Approaches and Benefits of Online Therapeutic Care
Susan commonly draws on client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and mindfulness in her online work. Client-centered therapy focuses on creating an empathic, nonjudgmental relationship that helps people explore their feelings and priorities while the therapist follows the client’s lead - this approach is useful for improving self-understanding and strengthening decision-making. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps people identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors; it is often effective for anxiety, depression, and coping with life transitions. Mindfulness therapy teaches simple attention and breath-based practices to increase present-moment awareness and reduce emotional reactivity, which can support stress management and regulation.
Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. Susan works with each person to understand goals, preferences, and the specific issues they bring, and tailors interventions over time so the plan fits the individual’s needs.
Online therapy with Susan is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for different schedules and comfort levels. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care during busy periods, handle shorter check-ins between sessions, and access therapy from home or other convenient locations while working with licensed professionals and therapists trained in these approaches.