Works with
- Anger
- Addictions
How Norman works
Practical facts
- Credentials
- LCSW
- Licensed in
- Tennessee
- Years in practice
- 9
- Languages
- English
- Session format
- Online, through our partner platform
About Norman
Norman Shaffer is a licensed clinical social worker who helps people manage stress, anxiety, anger, addictions, depression, and grief. He focuses on practical steps that make day-to-day life more manageable. Norman writes plainly and listens carefully to each person's priorities.
He believes people know their story best and draws on clients' strengths to plan changes. Sessions aim to build coping skills and clearer choices. The tone is direct and encouraging rather than lecturing.
Background and approach
Norman uses methods that break problems into manageable parts. He often works on changing unhelpful thought patterns and developing simple routines that reduce overwhelm. He also helps people who are dealing with obsessive behaviors, hoarding, or sex and substance addictions.
Clients facing work stress, career shifts, bipolar symptoms, or trauma-related reactions can address practical daily strategies in sessions. He helps people who want better self-esteem and steadier mood management. Problem-solving and short-term goals are common parts of the plan.
With nine years of experience and a Tennessee LCSW credential, Norman offers video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging. He supports people through motivated steps, mindful exercises, and conversations that clarify what matters most. If someone wants a clear, steady approach to change, Norman helps shape doable next steps.
What Norman works with
Everything Norman lists, in the therapist's own terms. Anger is the reason this directory exists; the rest tells you what usually sits alongside it in Norman's practice.
- Addictions
- Stress, Anxiety
- Relationship issues
- Trauma and abuse
- Grief
- Anger management
- Self esteem
- Career difficulties
- Bipolar disorder
- Depression
- Coping with life changes
- Drug and alcohol addiction
- Hoarding
- Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
- Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
- Sex addiction
Approaches Norman lists
Listing an approach is not evidence of training in it. This directory copies what each therapist names and does not check training records.
Approaches that guide online sessions
Norman uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people spot and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT often involves simple exercises and short experiments you can try between sessions to reduce anxiety, manage mood swings, or temper anger.He also draws on Mindfulness Therapy to teach grounding and breathing practices. These techniques help reduce reactivity, improve focus, and make it easier to act on chosen goals when strong emotions arise.
Choosing the right approach is a team effort. Norman talks with each person about their goals, preferences, and what has or hasn’t worked before. Together they adjust methods and set short-term goals so progress is measurable and practical.
Online formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text messaging to fit different needs. Video is useful for in-depth conversation and visual cues, phone sessions can be simpler when bandwidth is limited, and messaging works well for brief check-ins or step-by-step coaching. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, travel, or family obligations while keeping therapy consistent.
Questions people ask about Norman
What concerns does Norman address?
He supports people with anger, addictions, stress, anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-esteem, career changes, bipolar symptoms, and related issues.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
His style is practical and collaborative, focusing on clear steps, skill building, and using clients' strengths to solve everyday problems.
What is his clinical background?
He has nine years of professional experience working with mental health concerns and addictions and holds a Tennessee LCSW.
Where is he licensed and based?
He is licensed as an LCSW in Tennessee and provides services while based in that state.
Which languages are available for sessions?
Sessions are offered in English only and he is not accepting international clients.
What session formats are offered?
Sessions are available by video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
How is cost handled?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions operate through a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with him?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.