Chana Shaffer, LMSW, New York, NY | Psychotherapist

What patients are saying

Overall rating

5.00

Average wait time

5.00

Bedside manner

5.00

“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. ”

ENLess than 6 months ago

About Chana Shaffer

Clientele seen

Teenagers (13-17)

Seniors (65+)

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Dialectical (DBT)

Attachment-based

Eclectic

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Chana Shaffer

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.

In-network insurances

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

Office locations

Chana Shaffer, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients

Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples (1 of 2)

80 8th Ave, Ste 301, New York, NY 10011

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Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples (2 of 2)

41 W 88th St, New York, NY 10024

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Education and background

Practice names

Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples

Education and training

Hunter College, Master's in Clinical Social Work

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.

Less than 6 months agoEN

Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Chana Shaffer?

Generally, Chana Shaffer has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Chana Shaffer's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Chana Shaffer accepting new patients?

Chana Shaffer generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Chana Shaffer's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Chana Shaffer accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Chana Shaffer online?

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What practice does Chana Shaffer work with?

Chana Shaffer works with Manhattan Therapy - Individuals & Couples.

Where is Chana Shaffer's office located?

Chana Shaffer has 4 office locations, including in New York, Brooklyn, and Smyrna, view full addresses on Chana Shaffer's profile.

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.