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Diana Schaffer, LPC, LMHC

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Grief Depression
Video Phone Live Chat Messaging

About me

I’m so glad that you are reaching out to find help in this chaotic world we are living in! So many people choose to live in “anxious mode”, but by taking this first step, we can work toward changing your life to “happy and stress-free mode”.
I started my journey as a behavior disorders teacher turned elementary school counselor. After retirement, I continued my career and followed my dream of earning my license and opening my own counseling practice. In my practice I have worked with all ages dealing with various issues such as post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, grief, depression, family relationships, abuse, divorce, and couples therapy. I also worked with many clients referred from the Division of Family Services relating to parenting skills and child abuse/neglect.
I love helping people change their mindset from “I can’t take this anymore!” to “Oh, life is good after all!” Sometimes another person’s perspective on situations helps volumes, and that is what I do. I help offer solutions using a variety of techniques in a non-judgmental and compassionate way. My style includes Behavior-focused therapy, Person-centered therapy, and Reality therapy, with some Mindfulness all rolled in together to fit your personal needs and unique personality. I love life, and each day is an adventure-I hope that I can help you on your journey to find this same love of life!

Professional experience

23yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Trauma, Abuse Grief Depression

Additional areas of focus: LGBT, Family conflicts, Parenting issues, Anger management, Coping with life changes, ADHD, Adoption and Foster Care, Aging and Geriatric Issues, Blended Family Issues, Caregiver issues and stress, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Hospice and End of Life Counseling, Impulsivity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Mood disorders , Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Social anxiety and phobia, Young Adult Issues

Clinical approaches: Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy

Services offered

Video
Phone
Live Chat
Messaging

License information

MO LPC 2011037915

FL LMHC MH23099

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Diana Schaffer. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.

Diana is great overall. She listens, is fun to talk to, uplifting, and asks me questions that really get me thinking.

Written on Dec 04, 2023 after therapy with Diana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

She responds to my messages immediately. She has been amazing.

Written on Dec 02, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 2 months on issues concerning depression, and grief

Diana is a seasoned therapist with vast life experiences to pull from. Diana is amazing at listening and understanding your challenges and even better at offering prospective. I highly recommend Diana.

Written on Nov 17, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, coaching, and compassion fatigue

I have absolutely enjoyed receiving counseling from Ms. Schaffer. She has a very authentic approach that makes it very easy to share my experiences with her without fear of judgment. She is very kind and caring.

Written on Sep 24, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 3 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and grief

Ive enjoyed the sharing with Diana. She has given some great insights, listens to me talk, helps me bring out my thoughts and is very supportive!

Written on Jul 16, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, coping with life changes, and adhd

I have had to sessions, the best part was when I needed somebody right away, which luckily for me, it was within an hour. I like my counselor very much, so if you are in need I highly highly recommend this

Written on Jun 11, 2021 after therapy with Diana for 4 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts, trauma and abuse, and grief