Dr. Scott Shaw, LPC, LMSW
Michigan LPC and LMSW therapist
- Stress and anxiety help
- Trauma and relationship work
- Client-centered care
About Dr. Scott Shaw
Dr. Scott Shaw is a Michigan-based therapist with 25 years of professional experience supporting people through stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, life transitions, and challenges with self-esteem and motivation. He holds two professional licenses in Michigan - LPC and LMSW - which stand for Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Master Social Worker, reflecting training in counseling and social work approaches. Dr. Shaw draws on a broad clinical toolkit to address issues such as relationships, family dynamics, addictions, grief, intimacy-related concerns, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting struggles, anger, career and work stress, depression, ADHD, and compassion fatigue.
He works with additional focus areas that include attachment and blended family issues, body image, caregiving strain, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication and control challenges, and topics related to BDSM, kink, and alternative sexual cultures. Dr. Shaw emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s distinct circumstances and goals. He frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process and supports clients in taking steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Dr. Shaw integrates evidence-informed methods with a person-centered stance, helping individuals build practical coping skills while exploring underlying patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing. His approach aims to meet people where they are and tailor interventions to their needs, preferences, and strengths.
He works with additional focus areas that include attachment and blended family issues, body image, caregiving strain, chronic illness and pain, codependency, communication and control challenges, and topics related to BDSM, kink, and alternative sexual cultures. Dr. Shaw emphasizes respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and he adapts conversations and treatment plans to fit each person’s distinct circumstances and goals. He frames therapeutic work as a collaborative process and supports clients in taking steps toward a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Dr. Shaw integrates evidence-informed methods with a person-centered stance, helping individuals build practical coping skills while exploring underlying patterns that affect relationships and wellbeing. His approach aims to meet people where they are and tailor interventions to their needs, preferences, and strengths.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesDepressionCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
Aging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBDSM, kink, and alternative sex cultureBlended family issuesBody imageCancerCaregiver issues and stressChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)Divorce and separationEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGender dysphoriaGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPolyamory / non-monogamous relationshipsPost-traumatic stressPrejudice and discriminationProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexual dysfunctionSexualitySmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationTrichotillomaniaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Scott Shaw have?
Dr. Scott Shaw has 25 years of professional experience.
Is Dr. Scott Shaw a licensed therapist?
Yes. He holds the credentials LPC and LMSW. License details are MI LPC 6401007864 and MI LMSW 6801081490.
In which languages does Dr. Scott Shaw provide therapy?
Dr. Scott Shaw provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Scott Shaw located?
Dr. Scott Shaw is located in Michigan.
How can I work with Dr. Scott Shaw as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Scott Shaw through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Scott Shaw work with international clients?
Dr. Scott Shaw does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Scott Shaw cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Integrating therapeutic approaches with online care
Dr. Shaw commonly uses Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help people clarify their values, build psychological flexibility, and take meaningful action even when difficult thoughts or feelings arise. ACT is useful for anxiety, stress, and life changes where learning to live with discomfort supports long-term goals. Attachment-Based Therapy is another focus, exploring how early relationship patterns influence current connections and helping people develop more secure ways of relating - a helpful approach for intimacy, family, and relationship concerns. He also brings a client-centered orientation that prioritizes the individual’s voice and pace, creating space for clients to shape goals and for the therapist to respond with empathy and practical support.
Finding the right approach is part of the work together. Dr. Shaw collaborates with each person to identify which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, adjusting techniques over time as progress unfolds.
Online therapy options - including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging - make it easier to connect without traveling, fit sessions into busy schedules, and maintain continuity during life transitions. These formats support flexibility and accessibility, and allow licensed professionals to deliver tailored, action-oriented care across a range of concerns.