Shaa Marcum, LICSW
- West Virginia
- WV LICSW DP00944015
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About Shaa
As a Licensed Therapist serving West Virginia, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating complex emotional and psychological challenges. My clinical focus includes depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance use disorders, with additional expertise in addressing social anxiety, isolation, communication difficulties, and mood-related concerns. I utilize an integrative, evidence-based approach tailored to each individual’s needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)-in which I am certified. This combination allows for both structured skill-building and deeper emotional processing to support meaningful, lasting change. My therapeutic style is compassionate, collaborative, and attuned to the unique experiences of each client. I provide a safe, supportive environment where individuals can explore their emotional landscape, process difficult experiences, and develop practical strategies for managing distress. I am particularly sensitive to the needs of older adults and individuals adjusting to life transitions, medical challenges, or changes in independence. In our work together, I focus on helping clients strengthen emotional regulation, improve interpersonal effectiveness, and build resilience. Whether addressing panic symptoms, trauma-related distress, or relational difficulties, my goal is to support clients in developing insight, enhancing coping skills, and fostering a greater sense of stability, connection, and overall well-being. Read more Show less
What Shaa helps with
Specialties and approaches
Specializes in
Stress, AnxietyAddictionsTrauma and abuseParenting issuesDepressionLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Approaches
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)Attachment-Based TherapyClient-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingNarrative TherapyPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused TherapySystemic Therapy
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Additional focus areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAttachment issuesBody imageChronic pain, illness, and disabilityCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFertility issuesFirst responder issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameHospice and end-of-life counselingImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issues