Sarah Shaffer

LLMSW · Telehealth Psychotherapist

Telehealth therapy anywhere in Michigan.

Schedule a free 15-minute consult→ sshaffer@riversideprofessionals.com
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A few things about Sarah
Spontaneous traveler, always seeking unique outdoor destinations to explore with loved ones Nerdy deep conversationalist who enjoys being goofy and having meaningful conversations Currently enrolled in a play therapy certificate program to help those with trauma and grief process without words Night owl who prefers reading scientific articles over conventional leisure books Loves exploring markets, art fairs, festivals, and going on road trips Giant dog parent and treasures time spent with family and chosen family
In her words

Passionate about supporting people through relationship challenges, identity development, intergenerational trauma, burnout, and life transitions.

I’m passionate about supporting teens, college students, young adults, and adults as they navigate relationship challenges, identity development, intergenerational trauma, burnout, life transitions, and emotional overwhelm.

I especially enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxious attachment, family conflict, relational wounds, premarital concerns, divorce transitions, and the emotional complexities that can come with adoption, interracial or transracial dynamics, and being the child of immigrant parents. I also enjoy supporting individuals in helping professions who often carry emotional exhaustion, compassion fatigue, perfectionism, or burnout while caring for others.

My therapeutic approach is relational, collaborative, and grounded in emotional safety, curiosity, and authenticity. I strive to create a space where clients feel genuinely understood while exploring the experiences, family systems, and relationship patterns that may be shaping their present lives.

I have experience working with individuals, couples, families, and facilitating IOP groups, and I continue pursuing advanced training in trauma-informed care, attachment-focused work, EMDR-informed approaches, family systems therapy, and parts-work/IFS-informed therapy through ongoing supervision and professional development.

Qualifications

What makes Sarah qualified

Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW)
Experience working with teens, young adults, couples, families, and IOP groups
Currently enrolled in a Play Therapy Certificate Program
Holds a Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) certificate
Trained in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Ongoing clinical supervision focused on EMDR-informed therapy, attachment work, family systems therapy, and parts-work/IFS-informed approaches

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Where

Byron Center · Zeeland (coming January 1, 2027)
Telehealth anywhere in Michigan