Shannon Gaiser is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of clinical experience.
01About Shannon
Shannon Gaiser is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 17 years of clinical experience. She draws on a long history working in both inpatient and outpatient addiction settings and in independent practice. Shannon speaks directly and honestly about recovery because she has personal experience with addiction and long-term recovery herself.
Her style is straightforward and down-to-earth. She uses client-centered conversations to learn what matters most to each person.
Background and approach
Sessions often include practical tools from cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing to help set goals and change unhelpful patterns. Shannon has worked with people facing addiction and co-occurring mental health concerns. She also supports people dealing with depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting strain, and major life changes.
Additional focuses include communication and commitment issues, codependency, and challenges around forgiveness and guilt. In session she emphasizes realistic steps and clearer boundaries. She will talk through coping strategies, ways to manage cravings or strong emotions, and skills for healthier interactions with others.
Messaging, phone, and video options are offered to fit different schedules. Shannon aims to meet people where they are and to respect their choices about recovery paths. She is comfortable discussing alternatives to traditional programs and will work with each person to find approaches that fit their life and goals.
02Credentials
- LPC (Pennsylvania)
- License PC004686 · expires February 2027
- NPI
- 1750626420 · national provider identifier
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03Focus areas and approaches
Everything Shannon lists on their public professional profile, in their own terms.
- Stress, Anxiety
- Addictions
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
- Depression
- LGBT
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Parenting issues
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Coping with life changes
- Abandonment
- Antisocial personality
- Codependency
- Commitment issues
- Communication problems
- Control issues
- Divorce and separation
- Domestic violence
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Emptiness
- Family of origin issues
- Family problems
- Fatherhood issues
- Forgiveness
- Guilt and shame
- Impulsivity
- Infidelity
- Isolation / loneliness
- Life purpose
- Midlife crisis
- Money and financial issues
- Mood disorders
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Post-traumatic stress
- Pregnancy and childbirth
- Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
- Self-love
- Sexual assault and abuse
- Women's issues
- Young adult issues
Methods Shannon names
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Mindfulness Therapy
- Motivational Interviewing
- Solution-Focused Therapy
These are the methods Shannon names on their own professional profile. Naming an approach is not evidence of training or certification in it, and this directory checks no training records. Ask directly if it matters to you.
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04Online support
Online approaches that meet you where you are
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) focuses on clarifying values and taking small, consistent steps toward them. It helps when someone feels stuck or overwhelmed by hard emotions and wants a practical way to move forward.Client-Centered Therapy centers on listening and understanding. The therapist follows the person's lead, reflecting concerns and priorities so goals emerge naturally from what matters most to the individual.
Finding the right approach is a team effort. Shannon will work collaboratively to choose methods that match a person's goals, needs, and preferences. That might mean blending ACT, client-centered work, and cognitive-behavioral strategies over time to address cravings, anxiety, mood swings, or relationship problems.
Online sessions offer flexibility for busy lives. Video calls let people use face-to-face time for deeper conversation and skill practice. Phone sessions are an option when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits a work break. Live chat and text-based messaging work well for quick updates, ongoing encouragement, or when someone prefers written reflection. These options make it easier to fit therapy into different schedules and circumstances.
05Questions people ask
What kinds of concerns does Shannon help with?
She helps people with addiction and co-occurring issues plus depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, grief, relationship and family problems, parenting stress, bipolar concerns, and life transitions.
What is her approach in therapy?
Sessions are client-centered and practical. She uses cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to set goals and change patterns.
How much clinical experience does she have?
Shannon has 17 years of experience working in inpatient and outpatient addiction settings and in independent practice.
What credentials and location are listed?
She is a licensed professional counselor - LPC - practicing in Pennsylvania.
Can sessions be conducted in other languages or from other countries?
Sessions are offered in English and international clients are accepted.
What session formats are available?
Therapy is offered by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging.
How are fees and billing handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.
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