- Warm nonjudgmental care
- Practical coping skills
- Focus on goals
About Shannon
Shannon Kaufman is an Ohio-licensed counselor who brings 14 years of experience to her practice. She helps people dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction, trauma and related concerns. Shannon aims to make the first step toward change feel possible and supported.
She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through hard feelings. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to each person and setting practical goals. Shannon listens first and works with clients to shape a clear plan for change.
Her work includes support for relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, grief, career stress, and challenges tied to living with health conditions. She also addresses compassion fatigue, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and body image matters. Shannon knows that life changes and health struggles can affect many parts of daily life, so she looks at the whole picture.
Shannon draws from several approaches to fit the client’s needs. She uses client-centered methods to focus on each person’s goals, cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking, and trauma-focused work when past events affect current life. Motivational interviewing and dialectical behavior ideas are available when clients want help building new skills.
People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation and practical steps to try between sessions. Shannon encourages steady progress rather than quick fixes. She supports clients as they try new ways of coping and make changes that matter to them.
She creates a warm, nonjudgmental space where clients can talk through hard feelings. Sessions focus on understanding what matters to each person and setting practical goals. Shannon listens first and works with clients to shape a clear plan for change.
Her work includes support for relationship and intimacy issues, parenting concerns, grief, career stress, and challenges tied to living with health conditions. She also addresses compassion fatigue, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and body image matters. Shannon knows that life changes and health struggles can affect many parts of daily life, so she looks at the whole picture.
Shannon draws from several approaches to fit the client’s needs. She uses client-centered methods to focus on each person’s goals, cognitive behavioral techniques to shift unhelpful thinking, and trauma-focused work when past events affect current life. Motivational interviewing and dialectical behavior ideas are available when clients want help building new skills.
People who reach out can expect straightforward conversation and practical steps to try between sessions. Shannon encourages steady progress rather than quick fixes. She supports clients as they try new ways of coping and make changes that matter to them.
Areas of expertise
Primary focus
Also works with
Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeAvoidant personalityBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSHoardingImpulsivityInfidelityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPersonality disordersPhobiasPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryVisually impairedWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic approaches
Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Motivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy
Experience
14+ years
Credentials
Ohio
Languages
English
How Shannon's Approaches Work Online and in Sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on the person's goals and experiences. The therapist listens closely and helps people clarify what they want to change. This approach is useful for building trust and identifying meaningful steps forward.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, looks at how thoughts affect feelings and behavior. Shannon may use CBT techniques to help people spot unhelpful thinking patterns and try different ways of responding. This is often used for anxiety, depression, and stress-related concerns.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy, or DBT, offers practical skills for handling intense emotions and improving relationships. It teaches breathing, grounding, and communication strategies that can be practiced between sessions.
Choosing the right approach happens together. Shannon will talk with each person about goals, what has worked before, and what feels comfortable. Then she tailors techniques and priorities so the plan fits the person's life and preferences.
Session logistics and formats are not listed in the biography, so please confirm current online options before booking. Many people find that remote sessions make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce commute time, or allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the therapist about what schedule and session length work best for your routine.
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Shannon commonly help with?
She helps people with stress, anxiety, addictions, trauma and abuse, and LGBT issues. Other areas include grief, parenting, relationship and intimacy concerns, career stress, bipolar and depression.
What is Shannon's approach in sessions?
She starts with listening and creates an open, nonjudgmental space. Techniques are practical and goal-focused, combining supportive conversation with skill building.
How much experience does Shannon have?
Shannon has 14 years of professional experience working with a range of mental health and life concerns.
What credentials and location are listed for this clinician?
She holds the LPCC credential and is licensed in Ohio.
In which languages are sessions offered?
Sessions are offered in English only.
What session formats are used for appointments?
Current session formats are not specified here; please confirm available formats before booking to ensure they fit your needs.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist arrangements; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with Shannon?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.