About Marcy
Dr. Marcy Shoemaker offers a practical, problem-focused form of therapy that centers on skill building and clear steps forward. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people break unhelpful thinking patterns and try new behaviors.
Dr. Shoemaker is a PA Psychologist, and she brings 15 years of clinical experience to her practice in Pennsylvania. She begins by reviewing what the client wants to change and by setting simple, realistic goals.
Background and approach
Sessions are organized around those goals so progress is clear and measurable. People leave sessions with concrete ideas to try between meetings rather than vague suggestions. Her work covers many common concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy issues, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, coping with life changes, and LGBT-related concerns.
She also offers coaching-style support for practical life goals. Dr. Shoemaker adapts the pace and focus to each person.
If a client needs behavioral experiments, thought-challenging, or homework practice, those tools are woven into the plan. If a different emphasis suits better, she shifts approach to match the needs presented in session. The first visit is used to clarify goals and create a treatment plan that fits the person's life.
Over time progress is reviewed and the plan is updated. The aim is that clients leave sessions feeling motivated and with new ways to handle their problems.
Using CBT and online formats to manage anxiety
Dr. Shoemaker uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT breaks problems into small parts, teaches practical skills, and uses brief exercises between sessions to build new habits. It is often helpful for anxiety, stress, depression, and coping with life changes.Finding the right approach is a collaborative process. The therapist will review your goals and try methods that match your needs and preferences. If one technique doesn't fit, she adjusts the plan so the work stays practical and focused on measurable progress.
Online therapy is offered through several formats: video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Video works well for in-depth conversation and nonverbal feedback. Phone sessions can be easier when bandwidth is limited or a shorter check-in fits the day. Live chat and text messaging let people check in between sessions and keep momentum without scheduling a full call. These options make it easier to get consistent care while balancing work, family, and travel.
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What this therapist works with
Most often
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Family conflicts
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Therapeutic approaches
- Experience
- 15 years
- Licensed
- Pennsylvania
- Languages
- English
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