Dr. Marcy Shoemaker, PA Psychologist PS016629

Dr. Marcy Shoemaker offers a straightforward, goal-focused approach to therapy. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) as a primary method and works with people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship and intimacy concerns, addictions, trauma and abuse, self-esteem, LGBT issues, and life transitions. Dr. Shoemaker is a Pennsylvania psychologist with 15 years of experience and brings a calm, practical style to sessions.

She begins by asking about what the client wants to change and sets clear, achievable goals together. Early sessions focus on understanding current patterns and identifying small, concrete steps to try between visits. Progress is reviewed regularly so plans can be adjusted as needed.

In session she uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and test new behaviors. The work is usually hands-on and skill-focused, with exercises clients can practice in daily life. She aims to help people leave each session with a fresh idea to try.

Dr. Shoemaker tailors the pace and methods to each person’s needs rather than following a fixed routine. Over 15 years she has helped people manage a wide range of concerns by combining practical strategies with supportive coaching. Her practice is based in Pennsylvania, and she communicates in English.

Online and remote options are available including video, phone, live chat, and text messaging. International clients are accepted and the subscription model for sessions can be canceled at any time.

CBT-based care delivered online

Dr. Shoemaker uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help people notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. CBT focuses on clear, practical skills and small experiments to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and improve coping with life changes.

The choice of approach is a shared process. She will work with each person to identify goals, try techniques, and adjust methods based on what feels useful. Sessions aim to be collaborative so the plan fits the client's needs and preferences.

Online therapy formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to offer flexibility. Video calls are useful for face-to-face conversation and exercises, phone sessions can fit shorter check-ins or lower bandwidth situations, and chat or text work well for quick updates or ongoing coaching between longer sessions. These options make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule and to keep momentum between meetings.