Licensed clinical social worker recordTennessee
Norman Shaffer, LCSW
Tennessee
Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Addictions and Anxiety
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- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in Tennessee
- LCSW, licence 7497
- NPI
- 1437423134
- Experience
- 9 years
- Languages
- English
- Location
- Tennessee
These details come from information Norman 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
- Addictions support
- Anxiety and depression
- CBT and mindfulness
About Norman
Norman Shaffer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee with nine years of professional experience. He works with people facing addictions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and the stress of life changes. He also addresses relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, low self-esteem, and career-related stress.
In sessions he treats addiction and substance-related problems, including drug and alcohol issues and sex addiction. He also helps people dealing with obsessive-compulsive behaviors, hoarding, and military-related concerns for veterans and armed forces. His approach is straightforward and focused on practical steps to manage symptoms and daily challenges.
Shaffer uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thinking and change patterns that keep problems going. He draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people find reasons to change and to support commitment to concrete goals. Mindfulness-based practices are used to reduce distress and improve moment-to-moment coping.
He views clients as the experts on their lives and works collaboratively to build on existing strengths. Sessions tend to focus on problem-solving, skill building, and clear behavioral steps rather than abstract theory. Progress is measured in practical changes people notice in work, relationships, and daily routines.
Norman offers a direct, down-to-earth style aimed at helping people make steady, manageable changes. He emphasizes realistic goals and practical strategies clients can use between sessions to handle cravings, anxiety, mood swings, and relationship tensions.
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How therapeutic approaches are used in online sessions
Norman commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in his work. CBT focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, which helps with anxiety, depression, compulsions, and mood swings. Motivational Interviewing helps people find their own reasons to change and supports gradual steps toward recovery from addiction and other behaviors.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and practical obstacles, and then recommend which methods to try first. Decisions about techniques and pace are made collaboratively and can be adjusted as progress is tracked.
Confirm current session options before booking, as formats are not specified in the biography. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and reduce travel time. They also can be useful when a quieter setting or less visual contact is preferable. The emphasis is on practical access and on fitting sessions into everyday life rather than on a single way of meeting.
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Experience
9+ years
Listed in
Tennessee
Languages
English
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Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he address?
He works with addictions, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma and abuse, grief, anger, self-esteem, relationship issues, career stress, and coping with life changes.
What is his therapy style like?
He uses a practical, collaborative approach that focuses on problem-solving, skill building, and clear behavioral steps rather than abstract discussion.
How much clinical experience does he have?
He has nine years of professional experience working with mental health concerns and addictions.
Which credential and location apply to his practice?
He is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in Tennessee.
Does he work in languages other than English?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the U.S. see him?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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