Kathryn Shaffer, LPC, AR | Psychotherapist

About Kathryn Shaffer

Focus areas

Alzheimer's Disease

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Anger Management

Behavioral Therapy

Therapy For Chronic Pain / Illness

Anxiety

Bipolar Disorder

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)

EMDR

Motivational Interviewing

Gottman Method

Compassion Focused

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

White

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Kathryn Shaffer

Hi there, I'm Kathryn! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides a warm, supportive space where adults and couples feel heard and understood. Together, we'll navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, build practical skills, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you. My focus I help adults and couples experiencing relationship struggles, ADHD, neurodivergence, trauma, and midlife transitions. Together, we'll build practical skills, improve communication, process difficult experiences, and create healthier, more fulfilling lives and relationships. My approach My goal is to create a space where you feel truly seen, heard, and understood without judgment. Therapy is a collaborative process, and together we'll build on your strengths, develop practical tools, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you. My communication style You'll find me to be compassionate, collaborative, and down-to-earth. I believe in meeting you where you are, listening without judgment, and offering practical insights that help you better understand yourself, navigate challenges, and move toward your goals. My journey to mental healthcare My passion for helping others led me to become a therapist. Working in community mental health strengthened my commitment to providing compassionate, evidence-based care and meeting each person where they are in their journey, with respect, curiosity, and hope. My goals for you I help clients set realistic, meaningful goals and break them into manageable steps. Along the way, we'll build practical tools, increase self-awareness, and measure progress so you feel more confident, resilient, and equipped to handle life's challenges. Our first session Your first session is a chance for us to get to know each other. You'll share your story at a pace that feels comfortable while we discuss what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any questions you have.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Worry

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Gender Affirming Counseling

Mood Swings

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Arkansas

Education and training

Harding University, Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
The University of New Mexico (Bachelor's)

NPI number

1073243085

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What practice does Kathryn Shaffer work with?

Kathryn Shaffer works with Rula Health - Arkansas.

What are common reasons for patients to see Kathryn Shaffer?

Kathryn Shaffer frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Kathryn Shaffer on their profile.