Shannon Kaufman, LPCC

Shannon Kaufman is an Ohio-licensed professional counselor who brings 14 years of experience to her practice. She helps people facing stress, anxiety, addiction concerns, and trauma-related issues. Shannon aims to make starting therapy a manageable step for anyone feeling unsure or overwhelmed.

She creates an open, nonjudgmental space where people can talk about difficult thoughts and feelings. Sessions focus on practical ways to cope and small changes that add up over time. Shannon listens closely and works with each person to shape the pace and focus of therapy.

Her background includes work supporting LGBTQ concerns, grief, relationship strain, intimacy-related issues, and parenting stresses. She also addresses mood concerns such as depression and bipolar disorder, plus attention-related challenges like ADHD. Additional focuses include body image, attachment difficulties, blended family concerns, and care-related stress.

Shannon uses approaches that include Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma-Focused Therapy. These methods are applied in ways that match what each person needs in the moment. She adapts skills and strategies to fit real-life routines and goals.

Her practice emphasizes collaboration and steady progress. People who want clear tools, respectful listening, and help sorting through complicated feelings may find her approach useful. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.

How her approaches shape online therapy

Client-Centered Therapy focuses on empathic listening and aligning sessions with what matters most to the person. It helps when someone wants acceptance and a therapist who follows their lead to understand problems. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at the links between thoughts, feelings, and actions and teaches clear skills to change unhelpful patterns. It is useful for anxiety, depression, and stress that interfere with daily life.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shannon collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She adjusts techniques over time so sessions stay relevant and useful as needs change.

Session formats are not listed here, so confirm current options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when that works better, and reduce travel time. Working remotely can also let someone choose quieter surroundings or avoid needing to be on camera, depending on their preference. Licensed professionals can guide that choice and match structure to practical needs rather than assuming one format for everyone.