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Dr. Stacey Shaw

Dr. Stacey Shaw, LCSW, LICSW

Therapist in Washington

Empowering practical support for life changes

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  • Stress and anxiety
  • Depression support
  • Addiction coping

About Stacey

Dr. Stacey Shaw is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people facing stress, anxiety, depression, and addiction. She focuses on building motivation, improving self-esteem, and navigating life transitions. Her style centers on practical support and encouragement as clients make changes. With 11 years of professional experience, she works from the belief that people are the experts on their own lives. She looks for strengths clients already have and helps them use those strengths to meet current challenges. Sessions emphasize small, doable steps toward clearer goals. Dr. Shaw offers direct, empathetic guidance and coaching-style support when appropriate. She talks through coping strategies, goal-setting, and problem solving. When issues involve relationships, work, or caregiving strain, she helps clients sort priorities and plan next steps. She also addresses common sources of shame and guilt, and supports people dealing with divorce, infidelity, or financial stress. Dr. Shaw pays attention to how prejudice and multicultural issues affect well-being and decision making. Dr. Shaw holds the credentials LCSW, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and LICSW, Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Her practice is based in Washington and she provides services in English. To begin, clients follow the site's Start Therapy flow to match and schedule.

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Evidence-based approaches and online therapy options

Dr. Shaw uses evidence-based therapeutic techniques that emphasize practical change and problem solving. One common approach focuses on identifying current patterns that maintain worry or low mood and replacing them with clearer routines and coping skills; this helps with anxiety, depression, and stress-related problems. Another approach emphasizes motivational strategies and goal-setting to support people working through addictions, life transitions, or career shifts; it centers on small steps that keep momentum going. Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. Dr. Shaw will work with each person to choose techniques that match their goals, preferences, and daily life. She checks in about what is helping and adjusts methods as needed so progress feels achievable. Because the biography did not list specific session formats, confirm the available online options before booking. In general, online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow shorter check-ins when needed. It can also make it simpler to continue care across changes in location within the same state. Ask about supported formats and scheduling to see what fits your routine and needs.

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she address?

She works with stress, anxiety, depression, and addictions, plus issues like self-esteem, career strain, and relationship or intimacy-related difficulties.

How does she approach therapy?

Her approach is practical and strengths-focused, using coaching-style guidance and step-by-step planning to help clients meet goals.

What is her professional background?

She has 11 years of professional experience helping people with motivation, coping skills, and life transitions.

Which credentials and region does she hold?

She holds LCSW and LICSW credentials and practices in Washington.

Can I work with her in other languages or from another country?

Sessions are offered in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are available?

The biography does not list specific session formats, so please confirm current session options before booking.

How much do sessions cost?

Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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