Judith 'Judi' Shaffer , LICSW, LCSW

Judith "Judi" Shaffer is a licensed clinical social worker with twenty-nine years of professional experience, practicing in both California and Massachusetts. She holds LICSW and LCSW credentials - LICSW denotes Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and LCSW denotes Licensed Clinical Social Worker - reflecting advanced training and long-term commitment to clinical social work.

Shaffer focuses on stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, self-esteem, depression, and coping with life changes, and she also addresses related matters such as aging and geriatric issues, caregiver stress, attachment and family of origin issues, communication problems, and struggles with guilt or forgiveness. Her approach is rooted in creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be expressed and explored.

She works collaboratively with clients to identify goals and practical steps toward greater resilience and clearer communication. Shaffer acknowledges that beginning therapy can take courage and affirms the decision to seek help as an important first step toward change.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Judith 'Judi' Shaffer integrates client-centered therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients navigate stress, anxiety, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, depression, and life transitions. Client-centered therapy emphasizes empathy, active listening, and collaboration so clients can explore their values and goals in a supportive environment. Cognitive behavioral therapy focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, offering concrete tools for managing symptoms and improving coping skills.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shaffer works collaboratively with each person to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. She adapts techniques over time as circumstances and objectives evolve.

Online therapy with Shaffer is offered through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, providing flexibility for people with busy schedules or limited mobility. These options make it easier to maintain continuity of care, access support from home, and fit sessions into daily life while working with licensed professionals and therapists to pursue meaningful change.