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Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
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Shannon Shaffer

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP

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Palo Alto, CA 94306
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Shannon is a board certified PMHNP licensed in Connecticut and California. Shannon has 9 years of experience with varied populations including active-duty military members from her time in the United States Air Force. Shannon is committed to improving mental health utilizing evidence-based practice and holistic approaches. Shannon offers personalized treatment that empowers patients to take an active role in setting and reaching their mental health goals. She places high value on considering the physical, social, and environmental factors that contribute to a patient’s overall well-being.
Shannon obtained her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 2012 and worked as an inpatient psychiatric nurse for two years while obtaining her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Saint Joseph where she was inducted into the Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society.
Shannon works with adults treating conditions such as depression, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, anxiety, sleep disorders, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
Take the first step to help. Call or Shannon Shaffer now - (650) 850-5905

My Practice at a Glance

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Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 850-5905
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I accept insurance 
Let's Connect (650) 850-5905
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My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 850-5905
My website
I accept insurance 

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Carelon Health IPA of California (CHIPA)
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • ComPsych
  • Magellan
  • Medicare
  • New Directions | Lucet
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • Quest Behavioral Health
  • Sutter
  • TRICARE
  • TriWest
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 850-5905
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (650) 850-5905

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today License: California / 95011972 Shannon Marie Shaffer
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Shannon is licensed in CA, and CT. She sees 16 years old and up.
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (650) 850-5905
"
Shannon is licensed in CA, and CT. She sees 16 years old and up.
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
or call with questions - (650) 850-5905

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Pain
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Medication Management
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Sleep or Insomnia
  • Stress
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Weight Loss
  • Women's Issues
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Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 850-5905
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Do these issues align with your needs? or (650) 850-5905

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Interpersonal
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Person-Centered
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Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 850-5905
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (650) 850-5905

Location

Primary Location

Palo Alto, CA 94306

(650) 850-5905
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 850-5905
Photo of Shannon Shaffer, Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Shannon Shaffer
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Take the first step to help. Call now - (650) 850-5905