Elena Shaffer MA, LPCC (she/her)
Hi! I’m Elena and I’m here to help you tackle the darkness that’s dimming your light. I’m ready to work together for the change you need to thrive. I didn’t truly understand what lasting change could look like—both in myself and in the people I work with—until I discovered the power of a mind–body–spirit approach to healing. In my practice, I am client-centered, radically non-judgmental, and fully authentic. I meet each person exactly where they are and walk alongside them on their path toward growth.
I specialize in Anxiety and Overthinking, ADHD, complex Trauma, and helping clients strengthen intimacy and build healthier relationships—with themselves and with others. I’m a good match for clients who appreciate honesty, direct engagement, and a therapist who is genuinely invested in their goals. I enjoy working with women, LGBTQA folks, helping professionals, adults struggling with their family relationships, and adults living with ADHD. New clients can expect a combination of wisdom, compassion, and humor as we move through the work together.
My style is strongly influenced by Psychodynamic Therapy, which cultivates deeper self-awareness, and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, which explores the connection between our body and our mental well-being. This blend allows us to work with both insight and your lived experience, creating meaningful change that will actually last.
Seeking therapy can feel overwhelming, and choosing the right therapist can be a daunting process. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before and never quite “clicked” with your therapist. Maybe you need a safe, grounded person to talk through everything from sex and identity to the recurring fear that someone is upset with you (even though you’re the world’s biggest people pleaser). Maybe TikTok convinced you that your attachment style explains your entire life, and now you’re spiraling. Or maybe you’ve never been to therapy at all but feel stuck and unsure how to move forward.
If any of this resonates, I welcome you to schedule a consultation—no pressure, no expectations. Just a chance to see whether I’m a good fit for your journey.
Specialties: Healing Complex Trauma, Sexual Assault, and Domestic Violence
