About Dr. Shafran

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PSYPACT Psychologist

15+ Years of Experience

Dr. Shafran brings over 15 years of experience, having worked in both university counseling settings and private practice with a wide range of individuals. With a strong focus on supporting college-aged students and older adults, she is passionate about helping others navigate life’s challenges while fostering personal growth, resilience, and self-discovery. Dr. Shafran strives to create a warm, supportive space where clients feel both heard and understood.

With experience in university counseling centers, Dr. Shafran understands the unique challenges faced by college students, as well as the struggles of parents supporting them from a distance. As access to services in university counseling centers becomes more limited, Dr. Shafran provides high-quality care, offering a unique systemic perspective to help students navigate their time in higher education effectively.

Dr. Shafran specializes in trauma, bringing advanced training and extensive experience in understanding how deeply distressing events affect both the mind and body. Trauma can result from a single event, such as an accident or assault, or from prolonged experiences like childhood neglect or abusive relationships. She recognizes how these experiences shape emotions, thoughts, behaviors, and even physical health.

In addition to her expertise in trauma, Dr. Shafran has extensive experience treating depression, anxiety, grief, and suicidal ideation, particularly for clients who may require more intensive outpatient care. Her comprehensive approach ensures that clients receive the specialized support they need to navigate complex emotional challenges and work toward healing.

Being a PSYPACT psychologist means Dr. Shafran is licensed to practice across state lines under the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact, allowing her to offer telepsychology services to clients in participating states. For you, this provides greater access to a qualified provider, even if Dr. Shafran isn’t located near you. It also means that if you move for college, work, or travel between states, you can continue seeing Dr. Shafran without needing to find a new provider. PSYPACT ensures that Dr. Shafran follows the same ethical standards and regulations, so you receive quality care no matter where she is based.

As of 2025, the PSYPACT states include AL, AZ, AR, CO, CT, DE, DC, FL, GA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, ME, MD, MI, MN, MS, MO, NE, NV, NH, NJ, NC, ND, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VT, VA, WA, WV, WI, and WY.

Therapeutic Services Offered

Compassionate support for personal growth and resilience through video psychotherapy tailored to your needs.

Assessment

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Dr. Shafran conducts comprehensive assessments for the Pennsylvania State Police's Lethal Weapons Training Act, ensuring that law enforcement officers meet the necessary psychological standards for carrying and using lethal weapons. She evaluates candidates' psychological fitness to handle the pressures of high-risk situations and to make sound, effective decisions under stress. Dr. Shafran's assessments are thorough, objective, and tailored to meet the specific requirements set forth by the state, providing an essential safeguard to ensure officers' readiness and emotional stability while upholding public safety.

Individual Therapy

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Dr. Shafran is a highly skilled psychologist offering high-quality individual therapy through convenient teletherapy sessions. With a compassionate and personalized approach, she creates a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions. Dr. Shafran uses evidence-based techniques to address a wide range of concerns, including stress, anxiety, depression, traumatic experiences, and life transitions. She is committed to helping each client achieve personal growth and mental well-being by tailoring her approach to their unique needs. Through her supportive guidance, clients gain the tools they need to navigate challenges and foster positive change.

Pricing

Dr. Shafran charges $150 per hour for therapy sessions, with payment accepted via credit card and Venmo.

Accepted Insurance Providers:

Aetna, Aetna - Medicare Advantage, Allied, Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS), First Health Network, Meritain, Luminare Health (formerly Trustmark), WebTPA, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan (Carelon Behavioral Health), Allegiance, Centivo, Cigna, Evernorth, Ascension-SmartHealth, Decent, Ochsner Employer Groups, All Savers, Surest (formerly Bind), GEHA or UnitedHealthcare Shared Services, Optum, Optum - Medicare Advantage, Oscar, Oxford Health Plans, United Medical Resources (UMR), UnitedHealthcare (UHC), UnitedHealthcare - Medicare Advantage and UnitedHealthcare Student Resources

For information on accepted insurance, assessment costs, or to discuss coverage options, please reach out to Dr. Shafran directly to ensure a seamless payment experience.

570-768-1632 | drmshafran@gmail.com