Dr. Stacey Shaw , LCSW, LICSW

Dr. Stacey Shaw is a licensed clinical social worker practicing with 11 years of professional experience, holding LCSW and LICSW credentials in Florida and Washington (FL LCSW SW11562; WA LICSW LW 60832998). LCSW and LICSW indicate licensed clinical social worker credentials - state-level licenses that authorize clinical practice and therapeutic care. She brings focused experience helping people manage stress and anxiety, address addictions, build self-esteem and confidence, and navigate major life changes including career shifts, relationship challenges, and family transitions.

Dr. Shaw approaches therapy from an empowerment perspective, affirming that each person is the expert of their own story and already carries strengths that support recovery and growth. She emphasizes practical skills and motivation, partnering with clients to set achievable goals and to cultivate resilience when facing issues such as depression, caregiver strain, divorce and separation, infidelity concerns, workplace difficulties, and substance use challenges. Her practice also attends to multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, and the unique needs of young adults, women, and first responders.

Seeking change often takes courage, and Dr. Shaw positions herself as a collaborator who supports and empowers clients through that process. She integrates evidence-based therapeutic techniques to help clients move toward more fulfilling and sustainable outcomes while respecting each person’s values and preferences.

Evidence-Based Techniques and Flexible Online Care

Dr. Stacey Shaw applies evidence-based therapeutic techniques that focus on practical skill building and real-world change. One approach emphasizes skills-based interventions to reduce stress and anxiety by teaching breathing, grounding, and coping strategies that help people manage intense emotions and improve daily functioning. Another focus involves relapse prevention and structured coping strategies for addictions, helping clients identify triggers, develop healthier routines, and strengthen motivation for sustained recovery. A third component is coaching for life transitions, where goal-setting and problem-solving techniques support clients through career shifts, relationship changes, and adjustment periods.

Finding the right mix of techniques is part of the therapeutic journey. Dr. Shaw works collaboratively with clients to identify which evidence-based methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences, making adjustments over time as progress and circumstances evolve.

Online therapy through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging offers practical benefits for people with busy schedules, caregiving responsibilities, or limited local options. These formats increase flexibility for scheduling, make it easier to maintain continuity of care across life changes, and allow therapists and clients to focus on meaningful progress from wherever the client is located, with licensed professionals providing tailored guidance and support.