Therapist profile
Dr. Scott Shaw, LPC, LMSW
LPC and LMSW - stress and parenting support
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- Stress and anxiety
- Parenting strain
- Acceptance and CBT
About Scott
Dr. Scott Shaw is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) in Michigan with 25 years of experience. He works with adults facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, and the everyday strains of parenting. He also addresses issues such as addiction, relationship concerns, grief, sleep and eating problems, and challenges related to ADHD and career change.
He uses clear, conversational sessions that focus on what is happening now and what can be changed. Expect straightforward talk about patterns, feelings, and practical steps. He draws on approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people name problems and try new responses.
Scott also works with attachment-related concerns and relationship stresses that affect life at home. He pays attention to how past losses or difficult events shape present choices. When relevant he will bring in ideas from emotionally-focused and client-centered work to explore feelings and rebuild connection with oneself.
He aims to make therapy a problem-solving process rather than a set of puzzles. Sessions can include discussion, skill practice, and real-world experiments to test small changes. He notes that cost varies by location and that sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session. Scott offers sessions in English and does not accept international clients.
How sessions work
How therapy approaches guide online work
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice unhelpful thoughts and choose actions that match their values. It is often used for anxiety, low motivation, and coping with life changes. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on changing patterns of thinking and behavior that keep problems going. It is practical and works well for stress, sleep and eating problems, and depression.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will explore goals, preferences, and what has or hasn't helped before. Together they will try approaches that fit the client’s needs and adjust as progress is made.
This profile does not list specific online session formats, so confirm current options before booking. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a workday, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. Some formats use video for face-to-face conversation, while others may use audio for lower bandwidth or phone-style sessions for brief updates. Ask about the available session types when you schedule so you can choose what fits your daily routine and responsibilities.
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Experience
25+ years
Listed in
Michigan, Connecticut, Virginia, Texas
Languages
English
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does he help with at home?
He works with stress, anxiety, trauma, parenting strain, relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, sleep and eating problems, addiction, and ADHD among other adult concerns.
What style of therapy does he use?
He uses a mix of approaches including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Attachment-based ideas, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, and client-centered methods to address thoughts, feelings, and behavior.
How much experience does he bring?
He has 25 years of professional experience working with adults on a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns.
What are his credentials and location?
He is an LPC and LMSW licensed in Michigan.
In which languages can I work with him?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can I work with him from another country?
He does not accept international clients at this time.
How does payment and cost work?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to begin.
Details come from information the therapist supplied to BetterHelp. A license can be checked with the state board.
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