About Bruce Shafer
Focus areas
Adoption Counseling
Codependency
Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness
Anger Management
Depression
Work-Related Counseling
Anxiety
Stress Management
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Adults (25-64)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Attachment-based
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Christian Counseling
Motivational Interviewing
Emotionally Focused
Reality Therapy
Identity
Gender
MaleEthnicity
White
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Bruce Shafer
Hi there, I'm Bruce!
We are all so much more than our struggles and have an amazing ability to overcome obstacles, whether they be relational, physical, emotional, or spiritual. The road to healing always begins with acceptance and understanding from an empathic listener, which I will always provide.
My focus
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief/loss, stress related to life transitions, parenting challenges, childhood trauma, or a crisis in faith? We begin by developing a foundation of trust and safety. From there, I assist you in building the confidence, resiliency, and freedom to accomplish self-directed goals.
My approach
My role is to come along side your journey to provide both the tools for the areas that have you feeling stuck and guidance in navigating any emotional minefields that may surface along the way. Discovering, or simply affirming your unique talents, heartfelt passions, and deepest relational needs can provide a roadmap to a happier, fulfilling life.
My communication style
I will always strive for my communication style to be reflective of my heart toward you as a client; warm, supportive, safe, patient, and truthful. Trust is foundational and takes time to develop. It is also quite fragile, as we all have experienced. I consider your sharing your life's journey with me a sacred trust that I respect and honor.
My journey to mental healthcare
Like many is the therapy field, I went through my own season of healing and self-discovery with the help of some wonderful practitioners.
My goals for you
Goals reflect our needs , desires, and identity. Sometimes they are very clear and identifiable. Sometimes they are undefined or murky and need to be explored or discovered. My job is to help you identify the things that matter most to you and to then help you set realistic, achievable, and flexible goals toward healing, freedom, and fulfillment.
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Popular visit reasons
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Parenting Counseling
Peer Relationship Struggles
Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Therapy
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Parenting Counseling
Peer Relationship Struggles
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Master's in Counseling
NPI number
1982042164
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What practice does Bruce Shafer work with?
Bruce Shafer works with Rula Health - Central CA.
What are common reasons for patients to see Bruce Shafer?
Bruce Shafer frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Bruce Shafer on their profile.
What languages does Bruce Shafer speak?
Bruce Shafer speaks English.