Shafer Services Therapy
Susan Shafer, MA, LCMHC, 500-CYT
Advanced Accredited, Certified EFT Practitioner
Susan Shafer, LCMHCLicensed Counselor specializing in childhood trauma, somatic therapy, and EFT tapping
Somatic + Trauma Therapy
NJ + NC + NH
ETF Tapping
Nationwide
Clients come to me when they’ve done the work to understand their past, but the same patterns persist.
I work with adults who are still carrying the effects of neglect, abuse, narcissistic abuse, violence, or other painful childhood experiences.
My approach brings psychotherapy together with body-centered, somatic therapy.
We work together so that you can become more tuned in to your true self, more at ease, and more confident in knowing how to take care of yourself.
My Therapy Specialties
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EFT tapping therapy uses gentle tapping while we talk through what's happening to reduce emotional intensity and help you feel more settled.
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Childhood trauma may be causing you to react strongly to things that seem small, or feeling unsafe in situations where you know you’re actually okay. You may be tired of simply talking about the past and ready to understand what’s happening beneath the surface to gently begin to create a different experience for yourself.
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Somatic therapy gives us another way to work when thinking, analyzing, and talking haven’t been enough. In our sessions, we may use tapping, movement, breathing, or other body-based practices to help you notice your experience in a different way.
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“When Understanding Hasn't Made It Go Away”
Susan Shafer, LCMHC
Hi there! I’m Susan.
I work with adults who understand a lot about themselves but still don't feel different.
I specialize in childhood trauma, somatic therapy, and Emotional Freedom Techniques, also known as EFT tapping. My approach combines psychotherapy with body-based practices so we can work with both what you understand intellectually and what you continue to experience emotionally and physically.
The goal isn't to need therapy forever.
I want you to learn how to help yourself.
Therapy With Me Is
Body-centered
Calming
At your own pace
Grounding
Intentional
Regulating
Empowering
Gives you tools
Starting Therapy Together
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01.
Contact Me
Fill out the contact form and tell me what has been feeling difficult lately. -
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Phone Consultation
We’ll talk about what you’ve tried, what you want to change, and whether my approach feels right for you. -
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Begin Therapy
We’ll get to know each other, learn what your body is communicating, and begin building skills that help you feel more regulated.