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Zachary Shaeffer, LICSW

Experienced mental health professional

Provides online counseling through BetterHelp

At a glance

Zachary is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.

FSA/HSA accepted
Great news, Zachary is accepting new clients!
He is normally fully-booked.
Offers Telehealth visits
Licensed in Washington

More about Zachary

  • 10 years' experience
  • Male
  • LICSW

Are you feeling down and depressed? Is anxiety getting in the way of your life? Therapy can help you to cope with heightened anxiety, depression, loneliness, and lack of purpose. I offer in person and virtual therapy to best meet your needs. Therapy provides a safe place to ask the questions that scare us, to find connection and healing, to feel good and be authentic, and take charge of our lives. I support clients' efforts to gain insight into the sources of their challenges and pain, find connection, make positive changes in relationships, identify strengths and resources, cope with personal history, and take charge of their life.

I help teens and adults cope with stress, express themselves honestly, and explore personal meaning and purpose. Therapy enables you to manage depression, anxiety and other issues. I use my skills as a therapist to help people find relief, direction, motivation, and meaning. I use relational psychodynamic methods, with insights from CBT and other methods.

My approach as a therapist is to provide warm and attentive listening, unconditional positive regard, gentle honesty and encouragement, as I join with you in the project of telling and understanding your story, and feeling your best. My style is relational, and I am willing to share about myself as appropriate. Services available virtually and in-person.

I have extensive experience supporting individuals through life's most challenging moments. I work with clients across the lifespan, with particular experience in depression, anxiety, stress, relationship concerns, trauma, and self-esteem issues.

Specialties

Stress Anxiety Relationship issues Trauma and abuse Self-esteem Depression

Insurance Accepted

  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • GEHA
  • Optum
  • UMR
  • UnitedHealthcare

Licenses

Zachary Shaeffer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1194176420.

  • LICSW · Washington · SWI.LW.60963612 · Renews January 2027

About online counseling

Affordable.
Pay a low flat fee.
Convenient.
Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
Available now.
There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.

Online counseling, sometimes called teletherapy, refers to talk therapy delivered remotely through digital platforms, such as video calls, phone calls, or chat. It can be a great option for people who face barriers to traditional face-to-face therapy, such as those living in remote areas, individuals with mobility issues, or people with busy schedules that make it difficult to attend in-person sessions.

Teletherapy also offers greater convenience and flexibility, allowing clients to access care from the comfort of their homes. Research shows that the treatment outcomes with online counseling are often just as effective as with traditional therapy, providing a viable alternative for individuals seeking mental health support.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Zachary Shaeffer offer telehealth visits?

Yes. Zachary Shaeffer works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.

What language(s) does Zachary Shaeffer speak?

Zachary Shaeffer speaks English.

How many years of experience does Zachary Shaeffer have?

Zachary Shaeffer has 10 years of experience.

Where is Zachary Shaeffer licensed to practice?

Zachary Shaeffer is licensed to practice in Washington.

Does Zachary Shaeffer accept FSA/HSA?

Yes, Zachary Shaeffer 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 Zachary Shaeffer accept insurance?

Yes, Zachary Shaeffer accepts Aetna, Cigna, GEHA, Optum, UMR, and UnitedHealthcare.

Does Zachary Shaeffer accept clients outside of the United States?

No, Zachary Shaeffer 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 BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."

How can I communicate with Zachary Shaeffer?

Zachary Shaeffer can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.

How do I get started with Zachary Shaeffer?

Just tap the CHAT 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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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation.

FSA/HSA eligible