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Shawn Crossley

Focused, practical care for life’s challenges

LPC Pennsylvania

Experience
23 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Anger, Self esteem
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Shawn

Shawn Crossley is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) practicing in Pennsylvania with 23 years of experience in mental health.

Background and approach

He focuses on a wide range of concerns including stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, self-esteem, ADHD, relationship and family difficulties, intimacy-related issues, and several mood and personality-related challenges. Shawn also works with topics such as parenting, career questions, compassion fatigue, and issues common in blended families and communication struggles.

Shawn draws from cognitive behavioral therapy along with client-centered and solution-focused approaches, and he has experience with trauma-focused methods. He emphasizes collaboration and treats therapy as a team effort, helping clients identify practical strategies and shifts in thinking that support day-to-day functioning and longer-term goals.

His practice aims to help individuals move toward clearer priorities, improved coping, and a stronger sense of purpose. Located in Pennsylvania, Shawn offers various formats for connecting and bases his work on listening carefully, tailoring interventions to each person, and supporting clients as they pursue meaningful change.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care



Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps people identify unhelpful thinking patterns and build new behaviors to reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, insomnia, and stress. It focuses on concrete tools and skill-building that can be practiced between sessions and is often helpful for addressing mood concerns, worry, and certain impulsive behaviors.

Client-Centered Therapy emphasizes an empathetic, nonjudgmental relationship where the therapist listens closely and supports the person’s own capacity to explore values, feelings, and choices. This approach can be especially useful when someone wants a reflective space to understand identity, self-esteem, or life purpose.

Finding the right approach is part of the collaborative process. Shawn will work with each client to identify which methods fit their needs and goals, adapting strategies as progress unfolds and preferences become clearer.

Online therapy offers practical flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, allowing work to continue from home or between commitments. These formats make it easier to access regular support, try different modes of communication, and keep continuity of care while balancing work, family, and daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does Shawn address in therapy?
His practice covers many common and complex issues, including stress, anxiety, depression, anger, addictions, trauma, grief, relationship and family difficulties, ADHD, and mood disorders.
How would you describe his therapeutic style?
He works collaboratively in a team-oriented way, combining client-centered listening with practical, solution-focused strategies to help clients move toward their goals.
How long has he been practicing?
He brings 23 years of experience in the mental health field, with a background that includes family-focused and individual work.
What credentials and location are listed for this therapist?
He is licensed as an LPC with the license identifier PA LPC PC012061 and practices in Pennsylvania.
Which languages are available for sessions and can he see international clients?
Sessions are conducted in English, and he is not currently accepting international clients.
In what session formats can clients meet with him?
He offers several online formats including video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to suit different preferences.
How does pricing work for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the process for starting therapy with him?
Begin by selecting the Start Therapy button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling according to the therapist's availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyAnger managementSelf esteemDepressionCoping with life changes

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Blended family issuesCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)EmptinessImpulsivityJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMood disordersNarcissismPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Social anxiety and phobiaYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Solution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

23+ years

Licensed

Pennsylvania

Languages

English