Brian Shaffer, LPC
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through Octave
At a glance
Brian is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, Octave.
- FSA/HSA accepted
- Great news, Brian is accepting new clients!
- He is normally fully-booked.
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Pennsylvania
More about Brian
- 7 years' experience
- Male
- LPC
I provide therapy through a person-centered approach that incorporates interventions from various theories and methodologies. I help clients explore themselves—mind, body, and spirit—to identify obstacles that may keep them from living their best life. I guide clients in examining thoughts, feelings, and actions to gain insights, develop healthy coping skills, and make meaning from life experiences. I integrate your strengths and spiritual beliefs to address your needs holistically.
Specialties
Insurance Accepted
- Centivo
- Cigna
- Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Independence Blue Cross
Treatment Approaches
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
- Harm Reduction
- Internal Family Systems (IFS)
- Interpersonal Psychotherapy
- Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Psychodynamic
- Relational
- Solution-focused
- Strengths-based
Licenses
Brian Shaffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1255857439.
- LPC · Pennsylvania · PC015782 · Renews February 2027
About online therapy
- Affordable.
- Get high-quality therapy without the high price. Clients pay an average of $28 per session with in-network insurance.
- Convenient.
- Schedule sessions that fit your life, not the other way around.
- Available now.
- No long waitlists. Get matched with a licensed therapist and start therapy as soon as your benefits are confirmed.
Octave makes evidence-based therapy easier to access and easier to afford. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, or life transitions, Octave connects you to thoroughly vetted therapists that can meet on your schedule, take insurance, and care about helping you find clarity.
It works: 74% of Octave clients see meaningful improvement with their depression and anxiety symptoms in three months, and outcomes consistently exceed national averages.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Brian Shaffer offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Brian Shaffer works with clients by video conferencing.
What language(s) does Brian Shaffer speak?
Brian Shaffer speaks English.
How many years of experience does Brian Shaffer have?
Brian Shaffer has 7 years of experience.
Where is Brian Shaffer licensed to practice?
Brian Shaffer is licensed to practice in Pennsylvania.
Does Brian Shaffer accept FSA/HSA?
Yes, Brian Shaffer accepts FSA/HSA meaning you can pay for sessions with your pre-tax healthcare dollars. Every year hundreds of thousands of people use their FSA/HSA to pay for therapy.
Does Brian Shaffer accept insurance?
Yes, Brian Shaffer accepts Centivo, Cigna, Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield, and Independence Blue Cross.
Does Brian Shaffer accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Brian Shaffer does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of [a major teletherapy service] experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Brian Shaffer offer?
Brian Shaffer offers clients Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Therapy, Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How do I get started with Brian Shaffer?
Just tap the BOOK NOW button or tap here: A new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.
Mental health conditions are real, common, and treatable.
And recovery is possible.
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