- CBT methods
- ACT strategies
- Speaks Spanish
About Shayna
Shayna Schaefer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, practicing in Delaware with 28 years of experience. She works with people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, and related life changes. Shayna also lists social anxiety and phobia among her focus areas.
She begins by listening closely to what feels most urgent. Sessions emphasize clearer communication and building healthier habits for everyday life. Shayna aims to help people notice patterns, try small changes, and track what works over time.
Her background includes work with a wide range of concerns such as parenting stress, career transitions, attachment and abandonment issues, blended family challenges, and body image. She has supported people through medical issues like cancer and caregiver strain, and through separations such as divorce.
Shayna uses several approaches to guide the work. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps identify thinking patterns that increase distress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy supports taking values-based actions despite uncomfortable feelings. Client-Centered and Mindfulness approaches are woven in to emphasize presence and personal goals.
Sessions are conversational and practical. Shayna helps people practice skills between meetings and check what changes. She offers work in English and Spanish and her practice reflects nearly three decades of steady clinical experience.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Shayna draws on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors that maintain anxiety and low mood. CBT often includes clear exercises and homework to practice new ways of responding. She also uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, which focuses on noticing difficult feelings while choosing actions that reflect personal values. ACT can help when anxiety or avoidance limits daily activities. Client-Centered methods shape how sessions feel, with attention to the person’s perspective and goals. Finding the right approach is part of the work. Shayna takes a collaborative stance and will help you decide which methods match your needs and goals. This means trying ideas, reviewing progress, and adjusting the plan together. Confirm the exact online session options before booking, since formats are not listed here. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Some people prefer phone time if bandwidth is limited, while others choose video for face-to-face interaction. Ask about available formats when you start the matching questionnaire so sessions fit into your daily life.Areas of expertise
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Experience
28+ years
Listed in
Delaware
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, parenting strain, and related life changes.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her approach is collaborative and person-centered, focusing on clear communication, practical skills, and tracking small changes between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
Shayna has 28 years of clinical experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Where is she licensed and practicing?
She practices in Delaware and holds the credential DE LCSW.
Which languages are offered?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
International clients are not currently accepted.
How does pricing work?
Cost varies with location; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin a first session?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.