Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York
John Shafer, LCSW
New York
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Stress and Relationships
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in New York
- LCSW, licence 071443
- NPI
- 1942397682
- Experience
- 25 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- New York
These details come from information John supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.
AAbout
- ACT and CBT methods
- Mindfulness and DBT skills
- Grief and addiction work
About John
John Shafer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 25 years of experience. He focuses on common life stresses such as anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addiction, grief, parenting strain, and career-related stress.
Shafer uses approaches that emphasize clear thinking and practical skills. He draws on cognitive behavioral methods to change unhelpful thinking and behavior. He also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help people notice values and take committed steps. Dialectical behavior tools and mindfulness practices appear in sessions to build emotional regulation and breathing room.
His background includes rural community mental health, school-based settings, and work in city and suburban clinics. That range gave him experience with many ages and life circumstances, and with diverse racial and ethnic backgrounds. He also spent time developing ways to address gender identity in a culturally sensitive way.
John has provided individual therapy, group sessions, and couple-focused work across his career. He describes his work as collaborative and client-centered, helping people set realistic goals and try practical strategies between meetings.
People who contact him can expect straightforward sessions that focus on coping skills, communication problems, anger, sleep difficulties, ADHD concerns, and managing life transitions. He also works on substance use, intimacy issues, and complications from chronic illness or caregiving stress.
For someone who wants a New York LCSW with long clinical experience, Shafer presents practical methods and a varied service background. Prospective clients should confirm current session formats before scheduling.
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How his approaches translate to online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and take small, value-driven steps. It can be useful for anxiety, depression, and life transitions where motivation and direction feel unclear. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behaviors. It often helps with anxiety, insomnia, and mood problems by using practical exercises and between-session practice. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides concrete emotion regulation and distress-tolerance skills. These tools are frequently used when strong emotions or relationship conflicts make day-to-day functioning harder.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to pick methods that match the client's goals, needs, and preferences. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than committing to one method up front.
The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm the current online options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy around work or caregiving schedules, shorten travel time, and allow quick check-ins when weeks get busy. They also let people practice skills in their everyday routines. Ask about session length and recording or subscription details when you schedule.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does he help with?
He works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, trauma and abuse, addictions, grief, sleeping problems, parenting strain, anger, self-esteem, career issues, bipolar concerns, and ADHD among other topics.
What is his therapeutic style?
He practices in a practical, client-centered way using cognitive behavioral strategies, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, dialectical behavior tools, and mindfulness to build skills and clarify values.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has 25 years of social work experience across rural, school-based, city, and suburban settings and has worked with adults across many life stages.
Where is he licensed to practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York.
Does he offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. He is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is pricing handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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