Dr. Scott Shaw , LPC, LMSW

Dr. Scott Shaw is a Michigan-based therapist with 25 years of clinical experience who supports people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation challenges, low self-esteem, and major life transitions. He holds LPC and LMSW credentials - Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Master Social Worker - and blends professional training with a respectful, compassionate approach to care.

He adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s circumstances, focusing on practical strategies and collaborative goal-setting. Dr. Shaw emphasizes treating everyone with sensitivity and respect while helping clients build confidence, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a more satisfying daily life.

Taking the first step toward change can feel difficult, and Dr. Shaw frames that step as an act of courage. He provides steady support throughout the therapeutic process, helping clients identify priorities, explore options, and create plans that reflect their values and goals.

Therapeutic approaches and online care that fit your life

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) encourages people to clarify their values and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. It is useful for stress, anxiety, and navigating life changes by focusing on what matters most rather than attempting to eliminate uncomfortable emotions.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify and adjust unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. It is often applied to anxiety, depression, sleep and eating concerns, and problems with motivation by teaching practical skills for managing symptoms and building routines.

Attachment-Based Therapy explores patterns of relating formed in close relationships and can support healing from trauma, intimacy-related issues, and relationship struggles by fostering safer, more secure ways of connecting.

Finding the right approach is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. Shaw works collaboratively with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, and adjusts the plan over time as progress unfolds.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it possible to access licensed professionals from home or on the go. These options allow scheduling to match busy lives, support continuity of care during transitions, and provide multiple ways to engage with therapists based on comfort and practical needs.