Chana Shaffer, LMSW

Chana Shaffer, LMSW

Psychotherapist

At a glance

Works at Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples
Speaks English
Offers appointments for teens
Accommodating office and services for teenagers up to 17 years old
5.00
1 reviews
Bedside manner
5.0
Wait time
5.0

Recent reviews

I worked with Chana to navigate a big life change and questions about managing my anxiety and depression symptoms. She was thoughtful, thorough, and professional.

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Popular visit reasons

Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation
Psychotherapy
Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit
Sleep Problems
Young Adult Issues
Depression
Pain Management Consultation
Pre-Move In Couples Counseling
Psychosexual Evaluation

More about Chana Shaffer, LMSW

Chana (she/her) is a therapist passionate about working with individuals and couples to promote their personal growth through their life’s many complex challenges. Chana was drawn to the mental health field after a career in academia and law. She holds a Master of Social Work degree from Hunter College’s Silberman School of Social Work. Chana enjoys working with individuals on issues including stress, anxiety, depression, substance misuse, relationship and work stressors, trauma, grief, loneliness, self-esteem issues, overachieving and identity exploration. She has also co-facilitated workshops and groups on topics ranging from grief and loss to trauma and infertility. She holds a law degree from the Benjamin N. Cardozo School of Law. In addition to her work at Manhattan Therapy, Chana also works as a surrogacy attorney. Chana believes that therapy can be a valuable tool for self discovery, for gaining insight to those curious about their patterns and tendencies, and to ease psychic pain. Therapy can enable you to discover your truest self, uncovering what you desire and also finding ways to identify, hold, effectively cope with and soothe your fears and wounds. Through a therapeutic partnership, Chana can help you gain insight to discover your most authentic self and guide you toward self actualization. Chana is committed to developing a strong therapeutic alliance with you by creating an empathetic and non-judgmental environment of honesty, support and collaboration, empowering you to engage in internal exploration. Chana’s approach is warm, sensitive, empathetic and non-judgmental. Chana uses a psychodynamic lens and also draws on other modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), attachment theory and somatic therapy.

Education & experience

Education

Hunter College, Master's in Clinical Social Work

Practice

Background

Languages spoken

English

Gender

Female

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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I worked with Chana to navigate a big life change and questions about managing my anxiety and depression symptoms. She was thoughtful, thorough, and professional.
Frequently asked questions

What practice does Chana Shaffer work with?

Chana Shaffer works with Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples.

What are common reasons for patients to see Chana Shaffer?

Chana Shaffer frequently sees patients for Depression, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Chana Shaffer on their profile.

What languages does Chana Shaffer speak?

Chana Shaffer speaks English.

How do patients rate Chana Shaffer in reviews?

1 patients have reviewed Chana Shaffer. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.

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