Shannon Kaufman , LPCC

Shannon Kaufman is an Ohio-based LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) with 14 years of experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, addiction, LGBTQ+ related concerns, and trauma and abuse. She blends practical coping strategies with empathetic listening to help clients make meaningful changes and improve daily functioning. Shannon aims to meet each person where they are, helping them identify goals and build skills that fit their circumstances.

Her approach centers on creating an open, nonjudgmental space where thoughts and feelings can be explored honestly. Recognizing that seeking help requires courage, she offers steady support as clients take steps toward a more fulfilling and resilient life. Shannon works collaboratively with clients, encouraging self-reflection and developing actionable plans to address challenges and strengthen wellbeing.

Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support

Shannon uses Client-Centered Therapy to build a collaborative relationship focused on each person’s unique values and goals. This approach emphasizes empathy and active listening, helping clients feel heard as they explore what matters most and decide how to move forward. She also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify unhelpful thought patterns and develop concrete strategies for managing anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. CBT provides practical tools for changing thinking and behavior in everyday situations. Additionally, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills are offered when clients need support with emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and improving interpersonal effectiveness.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic process, and Shannon works collaboratively with clients to determine which methods best match their needs, goals, and preferences. Together they tailor a plan that balances short-term relief with long-term growth.

Online therapy options include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, which make scheduling more flexible and reduce travel barriers. These formats allow clients to access licensed professionals from home or elsewhere, fit sessions into busy lives, and maintain continuity of care during life transitions.