Ellen is great! Very kind and thoughtful. Gave me some new ways to think about a situation.
Ellen Shafer-Lind, LIMHP
Experienced mental health professional
Provides online counseling through BetterHelp
At a glance
Ellen is an experienced, licensed Mental Health Professional who specializes in affordable online therapy offered through our partner, BetterHelp.
- 5.0 stars
- Clients are very satisfied with Ellen. View 19 reviews
- Speaks English
- Offers Telehealth visits
- Licensed in Nebraska
Recent reviews
Super great
More about Ellen
- 36 years' experience
- Female
- LIMHP
My purpose in counseling is to provide encouragement, insight, and guidance to individuals and families so they find resolution and peace.
In addition, I am versed in Grief and loss counseling, developing problem solving skills, gender issues and marriage/couples' counseling.
I am also versed in Veterans issues, having work with all types of Veterans through the VA for 5 years.
I enjoy my work, as you may have noticed, I have been counseling for 31 years.
I typically use Cognitive Behavior Therapy, which is an evidenced based therapy for most mental health diagnoses. However, I use other formats of counseling so to better individualize counseling to your needs.
I do understand counseling for some is rather scary, yet I believe you will fast realize that I have compassion and empathy for your issues. That I will be available to help you as often as possible unt l " you feel solid on your own two feet".
My education background :1988 Graduate of UNO MSW Degree
1993 LMHP and CMSW Licensure
2012 Certified IP Counselor
2015 Provisional Certified Disordered Gambling Counselor
Work History:
Richard Young Hospital Adolescent Unit, Home-based Counselor
Veterans Health Administration
I am currently in private practice.
Specialties
Stress
Anxiety
Family conflicts
Grief
Intimacy-related issues
Depression
Addictions
Relationship issues
Trauma and abuse
Eating disorders
Anger management
Self esteem
Career difficulties
Bipolar disorder
Coping with life changes
Coaching
Compassion fatigue
Aging and geriatric issues
Blended family issues
Body image
Caregiver issues and stress
Codependency
Communication problems
Control issues
Dependent personality
Divorce and separation
Domestic violence
Eating and food-related issues
Emptiness
Family of origin issues
Family problems
Fatherhood issues
First responder issues
Guilt and shame
Hospice and end-of-life counseling
Infidelity
Isolation / loneliness
Jealousy
Life purpose
Men's issues
Midlife crisis
Veteran and Armed Forces Issues
Obsessions, compulsions, and OCD
Phobias
Postpartum depression
Post-traumatic stress
Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Self-harm
Self-love
Sexual dysfunction
Sexuality
Social anxiety and phobia
Women's issues
Workplace issues
Treatment Approaches
- Client-Centered Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Solution-Focused Therapy
Licenses
Ellen Shafer-Lind's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1245409689.
- LIMHP · Nebraska · 3517 · Expires September 2026
About online counseling
- Affordable.
- Pay a low flat fee.
- Convenient.
- Do it at your own time and at your own pace. Communicate whenever you feel it's needed.
- Available now.
- There is no waiting list and no calls to make. Simply fill out a short questionnaire and send your first message.
Online counseling, also known as teletherapy, is a method of delivering mental health services through digital means such as video conferencing, phone calls, or messaging platforms. It can be an ideal option for individuals who have difficulty accessing traditional therapy due to geographical distance, time constraints, or personal preferences like privacy and comfort. Many people find it easier to open up from the familiarity of their own space.
Teletherapy has been found to be highly effective, with studies showing that it can produce similar outcomes to in-person therapy, particularly for issues like anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The flexibility and accessibility it offers make it a valuable alternative to conventional therapy settings.
Reviews for Ellen Shafer-Lind
All reviews have been submitted by clients after seeing the provider.
Overall rating:
Ellen is great! Very kind and thoughtful. Gave me some new ways to think about a situation.
Super great
Ellen is an amazing therapist. She listens to you and what you are saying and helps you understand some of the underlining reasons you might be hurting and how you might face that enough to feel better if not to completely remove those concerns
Ellen is amazing. I feel really comfortable talking with her. she checks in on me and compliments me, which I never knew how much it meant to hear that from someone. Really made my day to hear
Ellen is a phenomenal listener and has great experience. She is also very patient and asks questions to help understand the situation better, which makes her a great therapist.
Ellen is kind and listens. I appreciate her feedback.
I have never been to any sort of counseling in my 57 years of life. I came to a crossroads where I felt I needed somebody. Through BetterHelp I was able to meet with Ellen, she really did set me on the right direction. I would recommend her to anybody.
She is amazing, wonderful and kind; she is confident and does her job very well! I’m truly blessed to have her in my life and as a counselor! I know God put her in my life and I pray she continues to bless others as she has blessed me!
I have only met with her once, but I am planning on more sessions. She has been very good about reaching out to me though.
I’ve only meet with Ellen once so far. She’s kind, gives good opinions to try and very responsive on messages!
Ellen listens so well and is so good and having conversations. I told her my needs and she is very intentional about providing them to me. I cam see her effort and genuinely enjoyed our conversations.
Great therapists helps out a lot
Very open, honest, and, empathic.
Ellen has been very understanding and very supportive!!
Very kind, nurturing, fun, and a great listener.
Ellen is really wonderful and has such a way of understanding and feeling my feelings and then able to help me navigate and give me new perspectives through my issues.
Very nice and experienced.
Ellen has been very helpful with her ideas and she is not one sided. She is here to help us both see what we need to get worked out.
Ellen is a great counselor- she helps understand possible reasons I’m reacting to situations and helps me dig a little deeper. She also offers reading materials so I can learn about myself and how I’m feeling
Frequently asked questions
Does Ellen Shafer-Lind offer telehealth visits?
Yes. Ellen Shafer-Lind works with clients by exchanging messages, chatting live, speaking over the phone, or video conferencing based on what works for the client at that particular time.
What language(s) does Ellen Shafer-Lind speak?
Ellen Shafer-Lind speaks English.
How many years of experience does Ellen Shafer-Lind have?
Ellen Shafer-Lind has 36 years of experience.
Where is Ellen Shafer-Lind licensed to practice?
Ellen Shafer-Lind is licensed to practice in Nebraska.
Does Ellen Shafer-Lind accept clients outside of the United States?
No, Ellen Shafer-Lind does not accept clients outside of the United States.
Is online therapy as effective as in-person therapy?
Numerous studies support the effectiveness of online platforms in facilitating life changes. For instance, research published by JMIR Publications, conducted by teams from the University of Berkeley, UCSF, and SF General Hospital, found that "users of BetterHelp experienced significantly reduced depression symptom severity after engaging with the platform."
What treatment approaches does Ellen Shafer-Lind offer?
Ellen Shafer-Lind offers clients Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
How can I communicate with Ellen Shafer-Lind?
Ellen Shafer-Lind can be engaged in any one of four ways: (1) Exchanging messages, (2) chatting live, (3) speaking over the phone, or (4) video conferencing. You can use different ways at different times as you wish, based on your needs, availability, and convenience.
How do I get started with Ellen Shafer-Lind?
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When you tap CHAT NOW a new window will open and you'll be directed to a simple form that will help start the conversation. Please note: It can take up to a few days to be matched to a therapist.