Marianne Shaffer

Marianne Shaffer is a licensed clinical social worker who aims to offer a warm and thoughtful connection in therapy. She combines a caring presence with clear thinking to help people move through hard moments. Marianne works from Mississippi and has four years of professional experience as an LCSW.

She focuses on common struggles such as stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, and anger. Marianne also pays attention to postpartum depression when it is relevant. In sessions she listens closely, asks practical questions, and helps clients set small, manageable goals.

Her approach mixes cognitive behavioral ideas with mindfulness practice. That means she helps people notice unhelpful thoughts, try different ways of responding, and build calm habits that fit daily life. Conversations are tailored to each person so plans match real needs and routines.

Marianne emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion in every appointment. She can offer direct guidance when needed and space for reflection when that is more helpful. The process begins with a short intake and moves at a pace the client chooses.

If making the first step feels hard, Marianne aims to make it easier by meeting people where they are. Prospective clients are guided through a brief matching questionnaire and scheduling to start therapy.

How evidence-based techniques work in online therapy

Marianne uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral approaches and mindfulness practices. Cognitive behavioral approaches involve identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new ways of thinking and behaving to reduce stress and anxiety. Mindfulness practices teach simple attention and breathing skills to help manage strong emotions like anger and symptoms of depression.

Choosing the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist works with each person to pick and try methods that match their needs, goals, and daily routine. Sessions may change over time as progress and preferences become clearer.

Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm available options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy life by reducing travel time, allowing shorter check-ins when needed, and offering a way to keep appointments during work or family commitments. Licensed professionals can guide practical skill practice between sessions so therapy fits into everyday moments.