Judith 'Judi' Shaffer

Judith 'Judi' Shaffer is a licensed clinician who helps people facing stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, and depression. She speaks directly and kindly, and she encourages clients who are taking the first steps toward change. Judi draws on nearly three decades of experience to support people through hard moments.

Judi practices in California and uses a straightforward, person-focused style in sessions. She aims to create an open atmosphere where clients can talk about thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Conversations are practical and paced to each person’s comfort.

Her work includes addressing life changes, caregiver strain, body image and eating and food-related issues, and problems that come from family history or attachment patterns. She also helps people dealing with isolation, guilt, forgiveness, and finding purpose during midlife transitions.

Judi uses methods drawn from client-centered therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and solution-focused therapy. She blends those ideas to fit each person’s needs rather than following a single checklist. This means sessions can range from looking at present habits to understanding long-standing patterns.

With 29 years of experience and the credentials MA LICSW and CA LCSW, Judi brings long-term practice and plainspoken guidance to conversations about change. If you are ready to begin, she asks you to take the initial matching step and schedule a time to talk.

How Judi’s Approaches Translate to Online Work

Client-centered therapy focuses on listening and reflecting what matters to the person. It helps people feel heard and build trust while they describe stressful situations or struggles with mood and eating habits.

Cognitive behavioral therapy looks at connections between thoughts, feelings, and behavior. It offers practical strategies for shifting unhelpful thinking and changing day-to-day habits that sustain anxiety, low mood, or problematic eating patterns.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the process. Judi works collaboratively to decide which methods fit a person’s goals and comfort level, and she adjusts the plan as progress is made.

Because the therapist's session formats are not specified here, confirm the available online options before booking. Many people find online sessions helpful for fitting therapy into a busy life - they can reduce travel time, make scheduling easier, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. Talk with the clinician about what will work best for timing, pacing, and the kinds of activities you want to try together.